Free village parking for Highworth shops, community events, and countryside walks
Car Park Swindon SN25 4DT is a free public gravel lot located in Highworth, on the outskirts of Swindon, serving local retail outlets, a community centre, and adjacent countryside trails. The unmarked facility accommodates approximately 80 vehicles on a first-come basis; it operates from 7 am until dusk; overnight parking is prohibited. There is no lighting or CCTV; visitors should park during daylight hours. An information board at the entrance provides maps of local walking trails to Liden Brook and historical village centre landmarks. Benches and picnic tables are located near the lot edge overlooking fields. Pedestrian paths lead directly to local shops (200 m), Highworth Community Centre (300 m), and bus stops on High Street (500 m). No EV charging is available. Seasonal charity runs and village fairs reduce capacity by 25 %; overflow is directed to Windmill Road Car Park (1 km) with courtesy shuttle on event days. Maintenance crews clear litter monthly and inspect drainage quarterly.