The Bunker site development in Hexham. There will be hundreds of long-stay parking spaces

Long-stay spaces to remain at Hexham carpark

Following the redevelopment of the disused ‘Bunker’ site off Alemouth Road in Hexham, a new public car park at the site is due to open shortly. 
  
And following work from councillors and council officers changes are being made to planned long-stay parking arrangements. 
 
The Alemouth Road site will have 250 spaces, include electric vehicle charging provision and will be operated as a long stay facility, helping alleviate the pressure on Wentworth car park caused by vehicles parking all day. 
 
Once opened, the plan had been to make Wentworth car park all medium and short stay only and have all the long stay on the new site. 
However, the council will now be keeping around 100 long stay spaces in Wentworth too. 
 
Councillor John Riddle, Cabinet Member for Local Services, said: “While all these new spaces are a great boost for the town, we needed to ensure we have the right balance of short, medium and long-term parking. 
 
“It was clear there was some concern locally about removing it all from Wentworth and it’s important we listen to feedback on these issues. Hopefully we’ve found the right balance and we’re looking forward to the new carpark opening soon.” 
 
Hexham Central with Acomb County Councillor Trevor Cessford  said: “The parking study identified a need for additional parking and we're delighted to be providing it. 
 
“I’ve been working with officers to secure the retention of 100 long-stay places in the Wentworth car park as well as a dedicated area for blue badge holders, which can also be used for their long-stay parking.  
 
The retention of 100 long stay spaces in the Wentworth car park along with the provision an additional 250 spaces at the new Alemouth Road site will help improve access to parking for people working or visiting the town for a full day.” 
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