Buttermere National Trust Car Park
National Trust car park around 300 yards from Buttermere hamlet, useful for the lake circuit, Scale Force and village facilities.
About this car park
The National Trust Buttermere car park sits just outside the hamlet and is a useful starting point for paths around Buttermere and towards Scale Force.
Current National Trust guidance lists charges of £7 for up to two hours, £8 for up to four hours and £9.50 all day, with charges applying at all times. National Trust members can scan to park free. Prices can change, so check the official page before relying on these figures.
Mobile signal can be poor in the valley. The National Trust recommends carrying cash and setting up its supported parking app before arrival where app payment is available. Overnight parking is not permitted.
What parking costs
Payment: Cash and supported app where available via JustPark (location code 77709).
National Trust members can scan their membership card to park free.
Walks and places nearby
Buttermere lakeshore circuit, Scale Force, Buttermere village and surrounding fell routes.
Alternative car parks
Buttermere Village Car Park; Lanthwaite Wood for Crummock Water.
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