Where to park in Grasmere
Whether you’re planning a, hike, bike ride or stroll by the lakeshore, here’s a handy guide on where to park in Grasmere…
Broadgate Meadow
Up to 2 hours, £3.00, 3 hours, £4.20, 4 hours £5.40, 5 hours £6.60, 9 hours £8.00
Broadgate Meadow car par is on the northern edge of Grasmere village and is an ideal spot for visiting the nearby children’s playground, village shops, cafes and toilets. There are also benches on the edge of the car park overlooking the River Rothay. Popular hikes that start from here include Helm Crag, Easedale Tarn, Alcock Tarn and Fairfield.
Stock Lane Car Park
Up to 2 hours, £3.00, 3 hours, £4.20, 4 hours £5.40, 5 hours £6.60, 9 hours £8.00
Situated near the entrance to Grasmere village, Stock Lane car park is convenient for visits to Dove Cottage, St Oswald’s Church and village shops, cafes and hotels. Popular hikes that start from here include Silver Howe, Rydal Fell and Loughrigg as well as the circular hike around Grasmere.
Red Bank Road Car Park
Up to 1 hour £1.80, 1 to 2 hours: £3.20, 2 to 3 hours: £4.20, 3 to 4 hours: £5.40
4 to 6 hours: £6.60, 6 to 10 hours: £8.00, Up to 3 days: £17.50, Up to 7 days: £34.00
Situated beside Rowantree Wood, Red Bank Car Park is an ideal spot for exploring Grasmere Lake and heading up to Silver Howe or visiting Grasmere Garden Village. The car park is medium sized with around 70 spaces.
National Trust Allan Bank
The National Trust car park at Allan Bank is a small car park however is reserved for Blue Badge holders only. If you do not qualify to park here, the nearest car park for exploring Allan Bank is Broadgate Meadow.