Parking Frequently Asked Questions

There are three paid car parks for Hampstead Heath and one car park for Blue Badge holders only.

East Heath Car Park

Jack Straws Car Park

The Parliament Hill Lido Car Park

Golders Hill Park Car Park (Blue badge holders only)

There is limited on-street car parking around the Heath - please check parking restrictions with the relevant local authority. 

Payment can be made using the RingGo platform by phone on 020 7110 0000 or by app. Details of this process can be found on signage at the car parks, or by visiting RingGo 

Many heritage green spaces such as the National Trust, English Heritage and Royal Parks charge visitors for car parking to generate income to fund and reinvest in the sites.  All of the income from car park charges, less the costs of maintaining the scheme, will be reinvested in the Heath.

Using ANPR is a more efficient way to enforce our parking regulations. All proceeds from parking and parking enforcement go back into managing and protecting the Heath.

Any vehicle that enters and leaves the car park within a 15 minute window will not be subject to any charges or fines. Any stay over this duration, the visitor will have to pay via RingGo or register their blue badge.

Follow the instructions through the link APCOA Blue Badge Permit Portal, or scan the QR code on the sign boards in the car park.

You can register in advance using this link: APCOA Blue Badge Permit Portal or if you don’t have online access, you can register by phone on 0345 222 7262

 A warning notice or a Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) are sent through the post to the registered address of any non-compliant vehicles. Appeals or challenges must be made through APCOA.

No, blue badge holders can still use the car parks for free but they must register their Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) on the blue badge portal: APCOA Blue Badge Permit Portal

Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) are sent through the post to the registered address of any non-compliant vehicles. The charge is £100, with full details outlined on the signage boards in each car park, and on the PCN.

No. There is no way for us to guarantee a parking space for users, therefore prepayment or a season ticket is not viable. 

 By using RingGo, customers can extend the duration of their stay remotely. 

Yes, parking fees are not included in the ticket prices for the Heath’s facilities.

Currently, our minimum stay is 0 - 2 hours. 

Please contact the Hampstead Heath Team.

All appeals and representations must be made in writing to APCOA, they cannot accept appeals by phone or email. All appeals against your Excess Charge Notice / Parking Charge Notice / Penalty Notice MUST be made either through their secure online portal

Or alternatively, in writing at the address below within 28 days of the date of issue. Appeals should be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of parking. Please provide the Excess Charge Notice / Parking Charge Notice / Penalty Notice reference number and your vehicle registration with your appeal.

PO Box 5767

IV15 0AX

Please note that paying for a notice is deemed an admission of liability, and you will no longer be entitled to appeal the notice.