Parking in Weymouth is generally not free during the day, with council-run on-street and car park charges applying from 8 am to 6 pm daily. Free parking is available overnight (6 pm to 8 am) in specific council car parks and at the Mount Pleasant Park & Ride, which is free to park, though bus fares apply.
Parking is free if you park outside of the indicated hours, or if you park on a day of the year when parking is free, such as Christmas Day (except where other restrictions apply, e.g. a clearway or bus lane).
"Free parking day" isn't a universal holiday but refers to local council schemes, often on Sundays, Bank Holidays, or specific evenings/weekends (like after 6 PM or for a few hours on Saturday) in various cities (e.g., York, Bedford, Southampton), with specific rules like Blue Badge holder exemptions or mandatory ticket display even for free periods. To find free parking, check your local council's transport/parking website for specific dates and locations, as rules vary significantly.
The Park & Ride site is just off the A354 at Mount Pleasant, Mercery Road, Weymouth DT3 5HJ. Service 2 runs seven days a week, and parking is free, provided by Dorset Council. You can buy special fares from the driver with credit/debit card, contactless, or cash.
According to Azlina, Kuala Lumpur's street parking charges are from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Saturday, excluding Sundays and public holidays. “Street parking is free after 6pm, so anyone demanding payment from motorists after this time is acting illegally.
Rather than paying for parking on a daily basis why not pay in advance for a longer period and get a discount. This is great if you park in the same place every day and don't really have an alternative. You may wish to pay weekly, monthly or annually depending on what's on offer.
How do you know when you can ignore a parking charge?
It's a good idea to look into appealing your parking ticket if it was given to you within the last 28 days. If you received your ticket more than 28 days ago you probably won't be able to appeal – but don't ignore the ticket. You should pay your parking ticket, if you can.
For free parking, look for National Trust properties like Gibside or Chirk Castle, outdoor spaces such as beaches or parks like Gibside, retail parks with specific free hours (e.g., IKEA in Singapore), or check local council websites for designated free parking zones or Sunday/evening restrictions in city centers.
At ASDA Weymouth, the parking limit is generally 2 to 3 hours, but it's crucial to check the signs carefully as it can change, with some reports indicating a shift from 3 hours down to 2 hours, enforced by cameras for potential fines (PCNs) if exceeded. Parking is free within these limits, but you must pay attention to specific signage and potentially register your car with the system to avoid charges or fines, especially during busy times or if you need longer stays, so always confirm the current rules at the car park.
What is the most beautiful seaside town in Dorset?
While "prettiest" is subjective, Lyme Regis, known as the "Pearl of Dorset," is consistently praised for its stunning Jurassic Coast scenery, historic Cobb harbour, and charming, fossil-rich beaches, rivaled by the classic Victorian charm of Swanage with its sandy bay and colourful beach huts, and the lively, family-friendly Weymouth with its Georgian seafront and vibrant harbour.
Weymouth has several market days: a main outdoor market on Thursdays at the Swannery Car Park (seasonal) with general goods and fresh produce, and a popular Farmers' & Makers' Market on the second Sunday of each month (10 am-3 pm) outside The Range for local crafts, food, and gifts. There's also a larger Dorchester Market (nearby) on Wednesdays, offering everything from produce to antiques, notes a Premier Inn guide.
Yes, parts of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince were filmed in Dorset, specifically at Abbotsbury Swannery, where the reed beds were used to digitally create the exterior of the Weasley family's home, The Burrow, for night shots. Dorset's film locations, Dorset's film locations
