Village and lake parking with accessible bays, illuminated paths, and direct access to Downside Abbey and Chew Valley.
Yew Tree Paddocks Parking on Downside Road is a public lot managed by Mendip District Council, offering 60 sealed tarmac bays including three accessible spaces near the wooden pedestrian gate leading to Downside Abbey and Chew Valley Lake. Pay-and-display machines accept coins and contactless cards; tariffs are £1 per hour with a four-hour maximum stay, and a daily cap of £5 applies thereafter. Solar-powered LED bollard lights illuminate pedestrian routes from dusk until 11 pm, while two CCTV cameras monitor the entrance. Covered notice boards display maps of walking routes around Chew Valley Lake and information about Downside Abbeys tour times. Seasonal maintenance includes line repainting, pothole inspections, and litter clearance to maintain a tidy, inviting environment for visitors and walkers.