A scheme offering people two hours free parking in Melksham town centre will continue.
The scheme, run by Melksham Town Council, allows visitors to reclaim up to two hours of parking from Church Street Car Park.
To take advantage of the scheme, visitors will be required to present valid proof of an active parking ticket to a participating business: Gompels Pharmacy or Wiltshire Framing. Accepted evidence includes a photo of the physical ticket or confirmation via the MiPermit app.
The business will then reimburse the cost directly to the visitor and later reclaim the charges from Melksham Town Council.
Mayor of Melksham, Saffi Rabey, said, “The Parking Redemption Scheme is an important commitment to keeping Melksham accessible and affordable for everyone. With parking charges set to rise across Wiltshire, we want to make sure that our town centre remains a place people can visit easily whether they’re popping in for a quick errand or supporting our brilliant local businesses. By continuing to offer two hours free parking, we’re helping protect footfall, encourage spontaneous visits and ensure Melksham stays a welcoming and vibrant town for residents and visitors alike.”
The scheme was introduced in Melksham in 2012 and is renewed each year by a vote of councillors. At Melksham Town Council’s Full Council meeting on 30th March, councillors voted to invite more businesses to be part of the scheme to improve its accessibility.
Pictured: Church Street Car Park
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