Free weekend parking returns in the run-up to Christmas

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is once again providing free weekend parking for Christmas shoppers.

As part of its efforts to support town centre businesses, the council has offered free parking in the run-up to Christmas for the past 16 years - and will do again this December.

The second weekend of free parking also coincides with Small Business Saturday, a national campaign that encourages people to shop locally and support small businesses in their communities.

Councillor Anne Handley, East Riding of Yorkshire council leader, said: “We’re proud to support our high streets and town centres, at this pivotal time for local businesses.

Free weekend parking, in the run up to Christmas, is a fantastic way to encourage residents to support local businesses and take part in Small Business Saturday.”

Parking charges will be suspended at the council's on-street and off-street parking locations across the East Riding from 8am on Saturday to 8am on Monday on the following weekends:

• Saturday, 30th November, and Sunday, 1st December
• Saturday, 7th December, and Sunday, 8th December
• Saturday, 14th December and Sunday, 15th December
• Saturday, 21st December, and Sunday, 22nd December

Pay and display machines will be clearly marked to let people know there is no charge.

While parking charges are suspended, motorists are advised that normal parking rules still apply, such as those around disabled parking bays, maximum stays and controlled parking zones (CPZ).

To find a council-operated car park, visit Car and coach park finder