Free daytime parking for Cannock Chase trailheadsperfect for outdoor adventures.
Shoal Hill Cock Sparrow Car Park is a free, council-operated surface facility located at Hatherton Road, serving walkers accessing Cannock Chase woodland trails. The gravel-lot provides approximately 40 spaces, including two Blue Badge bays near the entrance. Open from dawn to dusk with no lighting or CCTV, it is intended solely for daytime use. Trailheads leading into Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are a five-minute walk away, making it ideal for hiking, cycling, and wildlife observation. A small information board at the entrance displays trail maps and safety guidelines.