If you decide to park on our Colchester Campus then you’re agreeing to our terms and conditions for cycling, driving, parking and registering (updated 1 October 2020). You’re responsible for paying for parking and parking appropriately.
These rules support the University’s travel plan and ensure the safety and availability of spaces, where possible, in the car parks. It also ensures that there is a clear and fair process for parking on campus.
The University is private property. On every entrance there is a contract to enter sign with details of our parking rules as well as in each car park and at the information stations.
Getting to campus by car
Our postcode is CO4 3SQ, however when you arrive in Colchester, follow road signs to the University (off the A133) to access to our main visitor car parks, which is via the B1028, Colchester Road.
Parking
Visitor parking
Parking for visitors is available in:
Parking charges
We operate a cashless parking system, you will either need to download an app to your phone or log on via a web browser to make your payment after creating an account.
When you arrive:
- Open the Parksmart app or internet page
- Enter your registration number
- Enter the amount of time you need to park for
- Pay as prompted
- You can create an account if you wish
You don't need to display a ticket, but you can view payment history and obtain a receipt for your payment via the Parksmart app if you wish.
Parking charges:
- Up to 2 hours: £2.70
- Up to 3 hours: £3.80
- Up to 4 hours: £5.00
- Up to 5 hours: £6.20
- All day: £8.60
Parking charges apply from 9.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, except Bank Holidays and Christmas Day.
Information station locations
Wivenhoe House and Constable Building car parks
Wivenhoe House Hotel car park is reserved for hotel guests. Parking permits should be from the hotel reception. A row of visitor parking in front of the Constable Building is reserved for the use of tenant visitors.
Motorcycles
Motorcyclists can park free of charge in the designated motorcycle spaces.
Accessible parking
There are spaces available for disabled drivers in all the main car parks.
Visitor parking charges apply and payment can be made as detailed above.
If you have any problems paying to park please contact the Estate Management Helpdesk. Please ensure you display your blue badge when parking in a designated space.