Free parking for Anglers Country Park and reservoirs
Haw Park Lane Parking is a free, council-managed gravel lot located on Haw Park Lane, serving Anglers Country Park and surrounding reservoirs. The unmarked facility accommodates approximately 50 vehicles on a first-come, first-served basis; open dawn until dusk; no overnight parking. There is no lighting or CCTV; daytime visits only. A parks authority noticeboard displays maps for Anglers Country Park (5 km of walking and cycling paths along the reservoirs), fishing regulations, and wildlife guides (e.g., kingfishers, water voles). Benches and picnic tables are placed near the lot perimeter overlooking Baghill Beck. Pedestrian paths lead directly to the reservoir perimeter trailhead (0.05 km) and to a caravan and camping site (0.5 km). Seasonal fishing tournaments reduce capacity by 10; signage directs drivers to the Rastree Avenue overflow lot (2 km). Maintenance crews clear litter weekly and inspect trail signage quarterly.