For the third time in a matter of weeks there is set to be free parking in Weymouth. 

On Wednesday, December 28, several selected car parks around Weymouth are set to write off parking charges for the day to encourage more people to come to the high street and support their local businesses.

Car parks across Weymouth also became free on Saturday, November 26 and Saturday, December 3 while people attended the Christmas lights turn-on in the town centre. 

Weymouth Town Council successfully applied to Dorset Council to allow free parking in the car parks. 

Cllr Ryan Hope, Chair of Services Committee, said: “It’s great to have another date for free car parking in Weymouth, providing an opportunity to do some shopping or take a winter stroll around the town before the New Year. 

"We are grateful to Dorset Council for their continued support. 

“This should encourage shoppers to come to Weymouth and support shops post-Christmas and boost economic activity.” 

The car parks that are set to be free for the day on Wednesday, December 28: 

  • The Pavilion
  • Pavilion Forecourt
  • Old Council Offices on North Quay,
  • Governors Lane
  • Cosens Quay
  • Harbourside
  • Melcombe Regis
  • Park Street 
  • Swannery

Dawn Rondeau, Chief Operations Officer at We Are Weymouth said: “Whilst we have been thrilled at the footfall and spend in the town during the pre-Christmas period, historically post-Christmas can be a harder time for retailers as spend often migrates out of the town. 

"This year we wanted to encourage local people to come back with their Christmas gift vouchers and money to spend it in Weymouth town centre businesses, ensuring another boost to local trade and encouraging people from further afield to come here for the day, whether for the sales or for something more unique.” 

Charges will still apply at all other times, for any car parks not listed and at on-street parking locations.

For more information and for other Dorset locations, visit: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/christmas-information/free-parking-in-council-car-parks-this-christmas.