Secure long-stay parking adjacent to Presteigne Police Station
Hereford Street Car Park is a long-stay, pay-and-display surface lot managed by Powys County Council, adjacent to the Presteigne Police Station on Hereford Street (postcode LD8 2AP). The car park comprises 35 lined asphalt spaces, including three designated disabled bays and one motorcycle bay. Payment is made via a centrally located ticket machine that accepts coins and card payments; there is also an option to pay by mobile phone. Standard tariff is £1.20 per hour, with a maximum stay of 24 hours. The lot is lit from dusk until midnight by three LED bollard lights. CCTV cameras are present for security, and a barrier arm operates MondayFriday 7 am to 7 pm; outside those hours, the barrier remains open, but parking remains chargeable. Pedestrian access leads directly to the towns primary commercial area, including cafés, the church, and local government offices. Seasonal overflow during summer tourist months often causes the lot to fill by mid-morning. A covered bus stop is immediately outside the entrance, making it convenient for commuters.