Coventry has plenty of free parking spots in and around the city. See the free parking spots without restrictions we recommend if you’re visiting Coventry Cathedral or the nearby Kenilworth Castle and Gardens.
5 places to park for free in Coventry (2026)
You can park for free in Coventry on the following streets near to the town centre:
You should always check for any newly installed restriction signs before leaving your car.
What to know about parking free in Coventry
When parking, please be considerate of others:
- Ensure you don’t block any driveways
- Tuck your car as close to the kerb as possible.
- Don’t double park as you may be parked on a bus route
Free Parking near Coventry Cathedral
Coventry Cathedral is located right in the city centre, inside the ring road so parking is likely to be at a premium. You can park for free close to Coventry Cathedral at East Street, South Street and Galey’s Road.
Free Parking near Ricoh Stadium
The Ricoh Stadium has since been renamed the Coventry Building Society Stadium, but if you’re looking for free parking close to the stadium, you can park for free at the following locations:
- Windmill Road – 19 minute walk
- St Thomas Road – 16 minute walk
- Dovedale Avenue – 19 minute walk
Cheapest all-day parking in Coventry
We found the cheapest car park in Coventry to be St Mary Roman Catholic Church car park, which you can book even if you are not a customer – but it must be pre-booked.
You book this car park all day (9am – 5pm) for just £4, so it’s a great option for commuters or those visiting Coventry for the full day.
Cheapest monthly parking in Coventry
We found the cheapest car park for monthly parking in Coventry to be West Orchards Car Park, which costs £100 per month, making it ideal for commuters.
You can use this car park 7 days a week, including overnight, and leave and re-enter the car park as many times as you need to, although you must pre-book.
Free car parks in Coventry
Most car parks in Coventry do charge during the day, but you can park for free between 6pm and 8am at the following car parks across the city:
| Car Park | Address | Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Far Gosford Street Car Park | CV1 5DZ | 30 |
| Warwick Street Car Park | CV5 6BF | 21 |
Free on-street parking in Coventry
If you prefer to park in on-street parking bays rather than secure car parks, the following parking zones are free to park in between 6pm and 8am Mon – Fri, before 10am on Sundays and 4pm onwards on Sundays:
| Zone | Address | Free Parking |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | Bishop Street Chapel Street Cox Street Gosford Street Greyfriars Road Grove Street Hill Street Lamb Street Lower Holyhead Road New Union Street Priory St North (Pool Meadow Access Road) Queen Victoria Road Sheriffs Orchard Silver Street Spon Street Warwick Lane Warwick Road Watch Close | 6pm – 8am After 4pm Sundays |
| Zone 2 | Cheylesmore Friars Road Much Park Street St John’s Street St Patrick’s Road Whitefriars Lane Whitefriars Street | 6pm – 8am After 4pm Sundays |
| Zone 3 | Bird Street Byron Street Cox Street (Ford St to White St) Drapers Fields Leicester Row St. Columba’s Close Stoney Stanton Rd Vine Street | 6pm – 8am After 4pm Sundays |
| Premium Rate Zone | Little Park Street | 6pm – 8am |
Overnight parking in Coventry
You can park for free overnight in Coventry at Far Gosford Street Car Park and Warwick Street Car Park. Alternatively, you can park for just £1 flat fee between 6pm and 8am at the following car parks:
- Salt Lane Car Park
- Gosford Street Car Park
- Grove Street Car Park
- Manor House Car Park
- Cox Street Car Park
- Lower Ford Street Car Park
- Bishop Street/ Tower Street Car Park
- Westminster Road Car Park
- Grosvenor Road Car Park
Coventry Park & Ride Sites
There is one park and ride site around Coventry that offers cheap parking for only £1 providing that you use the bus service to get into the city centre (you ask for your parking discount when you board the bus).
Although there’s a height barrier, larger vehicles can park before the barrier.
| Park and Ride Site | Address | Spaces | Opening Times |
|---|---|---|---|
| War Memorial Park and Ride | Kenilworth Road, CV3 6PT | 400 | 6am – 8pm |
Free disabled parking in Coventry
If you have a Blue Badge and you are looking to park in Coventry city centre, you can park for free in any of the following council car parks:
| Car Park | Address | Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lane Car Park | CV1 2GY | 600 |
| Gosford Street Car Park | CV1 5ED | 88 |
| Grove Street Car Park | CV1 5PH | 179 |
| Manor House Car Park | CV1 2EY | 61 |
| Cox Street Car Park | CV1 5GA | 118 |
| Lower Ford Street Car Park | CV1 5PS | 168 |
| Tower Street/ Bishop Street Car Park | CV1 1JN | 168 |
| Westminster Road Car Park | CV1 1JN | 106 |
| Grosvenor Road Car Park | CV1 3FF | 80 |
If you would rather park in an on-street parking location close to the city centre, you can park for free at any of the following locations in Coventry:
| Street | Address |
|---|---|
| Bayley Lane | CV1 5RN |
| Corporation Street | CV1 1GF |
| Cuckoo Lane | CV1 5EX |
| Hill Street | CV1 4AN |
| Pepper Lane | CV1 5SB |
| Priory Street | CV1 5FB |
| St Mary Street | CV1 5RN |
| Trinity Street | CV1 1FJ |
| Warwick Lane | CV1 2HA |
Coach parking in Coventry
There is dedicated coach parking for up to 7 coaches at White Street coach park, which can be located at the following postcode: CV1 5FY.
Prices for the coach park are:
- Up to 3 Hours: £2.50
- Up to 6 Hours: £5.00
- Up to 24 Hours: £10.00
Residential parking permits in Coventry
If you are a resident in Coventry where permits are required, you can apply for a residents parking permit.
In order to apply, you will need to prove you are a resident, so will be required to provide proof of address and proof of vehicle.
Visitor parking permits can be purchased for people who will be visiting your property.
About Coventry, UK
Coventry is a cathedral city located in West Midlands, just a short journey from Birmingham. You can easily access the city from Birmingham Airport, so if you’re visiting from overseas, you can rent a car and travel to Coventry to see what the city has to offer.
Crowned as City of Culture 2021, Coventry has lots to offer, including a wide range of shops, from independent boutiques to high street stores.
Whether you are into arts, culture, green space, museums or history, Coventry has something to suit everyone, including Coventry Cathedral, Coventry Music Museum and Coventry Transport Museum.
Other towns and cities nearby
If you’re visiting the area for a short trip or just looking for things to do nearby, you can explore these towns and cities that are near to Coventry:
About the Author
Hi, my name is Amber and I’m here to help find you suitable free parking in towns and cities across the UK.
When I visit new towns and cities, I always take note of where you can (legally) park for free, whether this be on-street parking bays or council run car parks, which offer free parking during certain hours of the day.
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Information was last updated on January 8th, 2024