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Central Car Park, Keswick

Large long-stay car park close to Keswick town centre, the market square, shops and Derwentwater.

ChargesUp to 2 hours £3.80; 3 hours £6.50; 6 hours £9.00; 12 hours £11.40. Overnight 7pm to 7am £1.10.
OpeningOpen Monday to Sunday.
CapacityAbout 334 spaces
Accessible bays5
Know before you arrive

Finding the entrance

Access from Heads Road, close to Keswick town centre.

Local parking guide

About this car park

Central Car Park is one of Keswick’s largest official town-centre parking options and is suitable for longer visits to the shops, cafés and attractions.

The official tariff includes daytime bands up to 12 hours and a separate overnight parking charge. Always check the tariff board before leaving the vehicle.

Charges and payment

What parking costs

Up to 2 hours · Current operator tariff checked 1 August 2026£3.80
Up to 3 hours · Current operator tariff checked 1 August 2026£6.50
Up to 6 hours · Current operator tariff checked 1 August 2026£9.00
Up to 12 hours · Current operator tariff checked 1 August 2026£11.40
Overnight 7pm to 7am · Separate overnight parking charge£1.10

Payment: Cash, contactless, card, MiPermit mobile payment via MiPermit (location code 712222).

On site

Facilities

    Long-stay town-centre parking with reserved bays also listed by the operator.

    Leave the car behind

    Walks and places nearby

    Walk into Keswick town centre, visit the market square and shops, or continue towards Derwentwater, the Keswick Museum and Fitz Park.

    Have a backup

    Alternative car parks

    Lakeside Car Park, Bell Close and Otley Road are official alternatives in Keswick.

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