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We have recently joined forces with Airport Police, Immigration Enforcement and the British Parking Association for a targeted day of action to tackle rogue parking operators around Bristol Airport.
During the operation, several sites were found to have little or no staff presence, with vehicles left tightly packed in unsecured, muddy fields. Some motorists even reported cars being returned with unexplained extra mileage, while others were left stranded or their vehicles abandoned.
As many residents prepare for winter getaways, we want to help you avoid extra stress and keep your trip running smoothly.
Top tips to protect yourself when booking airport parking:
- book via Bristol Airport’s official website if you plan to use on-site parking
- be cautious of operators offering only a mobile phone number as their main contact
- check reviews and ratings before you book
- read the terms and conditions so you know exactly what service is being offered
- use secure payment methods, such as a credit card, for added protection
- trusted parking services often have industry accreditation or belong to trade associations such as the British Parking Association (BPA)
and remember – if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is.
You can read more about the recent enforcement activity on our website.
Anyone who experiences problems with a parking operator is asked to report it to the Citizen's Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 1133 or visit the Citizen's Advice website.
Remember there is also the regular A3 Airport Flyer bus service running 24 hours a day between Weston-super-Mare, Congresbury, Cleeve and the airport, stopping at the new public transport interchange, just across from the terminal building.