Scenic village parking by Wilts & Berks Canal
Waterhay Car Park in Leigh (SN6 6QY) serves the village green and local canal-side attractions. The gravel and grass-reinforced surface accommodates 55 vehicles, including two disabled bays near the entrance. It operates from dawn until dusk (approximately 6 am8 pm), controlled by a pay-and-display machine charging £2.50 for up to 4 hours. Overnight parking is prohibited to preserve the rural setting. The site is bounded by hedgerows and features low solar-powered bollard lighting along the main access path for safety during early/late hours. Pedestrian access leads directly to the Wilts & Berks Canal towpath and the River Thames footbridge, making it popular with walkers and fishing enthusiasts. There is no EV charging due to the protected environmental status, and the car park is monitored by wildlife wardens to prevent littering.