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We are aware that there is currently a scam text message being circulated informing people that they have an outstanding Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). Please be aware that we will never send a text message asking you to pay a PCN. If you do receive a parking fine, a sticker with relevant contact details will be placed on your car and/or you will receive a letter.

Durham City car parks


This page gives you information about car parks in Durham City centre.

Name of car parkOpening hoursCostNumber of spacesLocation

The Sands multi-storey

Height restriction: 2.1m
Weight restriction: 2.5t

Note: during bad weather, the roof section of The Sands may be closed for safety. There will be notices in place to advise you.

Monday to Sunday
24 hours

Monday to Sunday 8.00am to 10.00pm

up to two hours: £1.80
80p each hour after that

277 vehicles - including 14 electric vehicle 7kW charging points

Riverside Place
Durham
DH1 1SL

Providence RowMonday to Sunday
24 hours

Monday to Sunday 8.00am to 6.00pm

40p each half hour

19 vehicles

Providence Row
Durham
​DH1 1LH

03000 263 985

SidegateMonday to Sunday
24 hours

Monday to Sunday 8.00am to 10.00pm

up to two hours: £1.80
80p each hour after that

107 vehicles - including 2 electric vehicle 22kW charging points

Sidegate
Durham
DH1 5SY
03000 263 985

Car parks operated by third parties

These car parks are available for parking:

Coach parking

Coach parking in Durham City

Report a problem with one of our car parks

Report a problem with a council car park online - this is for council-run car parks only (not privately owned car parks). If a car park is privately owned, contact them directly. Contact details should be displayed in the car park.



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