Free coastal parking at Bawdsey ferry and manor walks
Bawdsey Free Car Park is a council-operated surface lot serving the Bawdsey Manor area and coastal walks. It provides 50 marked bays including four disabled spaces located near the car park perimeter. Operating hours are sunriseĀsunset daily; no charges apply; maximum stay 24 hours. The gravel surface is lightly graded to manage drainage and inspected quarterly, with minor repairs within 48 hours. No lighting is provided to preserve rural character; no CCTV coverage. Pedestrian pathways lead directly to the Bawdsey Manor walk (1 minute walk) and to the ferry terminal (5 minutes). No EV charging stations are installed; nearest public charger is at Levington Car Park, a 15 minute drive away. Biweekly litter clearance and boundary hedge trimming maintain a tidy countryside environment.