Free hilltop parking for Kyson Hill nature reserve
Kyson Hill Car Park is a council-operated surface lot serving Kyson Hill and adjacent nature reserve. It offers 40 marked bays including four disabled spaces near the gated entrance. Operating hours are sunriseĀsunset daily; no charges apply; maximum stay 12 hours. The gravel-and-tarmac surface is graded for drainage and inspected quarterly; minor repairs within 48 hours. No lighting is provided to preserve rural setting; one CCTV camera monitors entry and pedestrian areas. Pedestrian pathways lead directly to Kyson Hill trails (1 minute walk) and to the Martlesham Heath cycle path (5 minutes). No EV charging is available; nearest public charger is at Main Road Car Park, Martlesham Heath, a 10 minute drive away. Monthly litter clearance and seasonal verge trimming maintain a tidy countryside environment.