How to use new Hitchin car parking machines

By James Denselow 20th Feb 2025

Local News by James Denselow 20th Feb 2025

Installation of new, user-friendly parking payment machines has started in Hitchin. These state-of-the-art machines will be rolled out in all 22 council car parks, supposedly offering drivers a smoother and more convenient experience.

Key features include:

- Contactless payment, including Apple and Google Pay

- The ability to 'Check In' and 'Check Out' for up to the maximum stay

- No need to display tickets – no more dashing back to your car

Car parks in Hitchin affected:

- Bancroft Long Stay

- Woodside Long Stay

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- Portmill Lane West

- Portmill Lane East

The PayByPhone option remains available via their existing app, and all car parks that currently accept cash will continue to do so.

For more information, please visit www.north-herts.gov.uk or you can call North Herts District Council on 01462 474 000.

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