Free recreational parking at The Elms, Highworth
The Highworth Recreation car park (SN6 7DD) at The Elms serves the local sports fields, playground, and community hall. It comprises 60 gravel-reinforced grass bays, with two designated disabled spaces near the pedestrian path. Open from dawn until dusk, parking is free but subject to closure during large outdoor events (e.g., summer fairs) when traffic management is in place. There is no formal lighting, so early mornings and evenings can be dark; a portable lighting tower is deployed during evening matches. The lot provides direct access to football pitches, tennis courts, and a childrens play area via a short paved walkway. No EV charging is available, and signage requests drivers to avoid obstructing maintenance vehicles. A marked cycle rack encourages cyclists, and wildlife-friendly hedgerows line the site.