Hawkshead Parking – 4 top places to find a space
When it comes to parking in picturesque Hawkshead, your options are somewhat limited.
The charming village centre with its narrow, cobbled streets, archways and alleyways, squares and courtyards is a car-free zone and all the better for it, so don’t even think about trying to find a parking space – the double yellow line painters have been very busy.
If you’re staying in Hawkshead
You’ll probably have private car parking at your holiday cottage, but if you’re just visiting for the day, there is one large main car park at the edge of the village.
Located on Main Street, it does get busy at the weekends and in the summer months so arrive early if you can.
There are also public toilets if you need to spend a penny.
Your only other parking option
Hawkshead primary school – also on Main Street.
Don’t forget to put some money in the honesty box to help boost the school’s funds.
Around 25 spaces
Available at weekends and holidays
Take the bus
If you’re staying in Ambleside or Coniston, you can leave the car behind and jump on the 505 bus to Hawkshead.
Or, if you’re based in Keswick, Windermere or Grasmere, you can catch the 555 to link up with the 505 in Ambleside.
You can plan your journey easily on the Stagecoach website, and all single fares are still capped at £2 until the end of the year.
Cross Lakes Shuttle
In the summer months, you can catch the Cross Lakes Shuttle, which operates a link between Bowness, Sawrey, Hawkshead, Coniston and Grizedale.
And, you can even take your bike on board, if you want to get around on two wheels as well.
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