Scenic riverbank parking with accessible bays, free two-hour stay, and ANPR enforcement near Shallows.
The Shallows Car Park in Saltford is a riverside facility managed by Bath & North East Somerset Council, offering 30 sealed asphalt bays adjacent to the River Avon towpath. Two accessible bays are situated closest to the footpath leading to the Shallows pub and boat moorings. Parking is free for up to two hours; thereafter, a tariff of £0.50 per hour applies, with a daily cap of £3 enforced by ANPR cameras. LED bollard lighting provides safe pedestrian routes from dusk until 10 pm, while one CCTV camera monitors the entrance. The site provides direct access to riverbank walks, birdwatching hides, and cycle routes along the Avon Valley Path. Seasonal maintenance includes line repainting, pothole repairs, and litter clearance to maintain a pristine natural setting for visitors.