From 2 January 2026, we’ll be updating our parking arrangements for patients and visitors. This includes new time bands and an increase to our current parking charges.
We know that any change to parking can feel frustrating, and this is not a decision we’ve taken lightly. This is our first increase in many years, and the new rates will bring us in line with other local hospitals.
We also understand that parking at our hospital can be challenging at busy times, and that we do not currently have enough spaces to meet the demand. By updating our charges, we can reinvest directly into improving the patient and visitor experience, including maintenance, safety, and longer-term plans to make accessing our hospital easier for everyone.
Concessions for certain patients and their relatives, such as Blue Badge holders (with a valid badge displayed), or parents of a child staying overnight, will remain in place. If you are on a low income you may be entitled to claim back the cost of your parking under the national Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS) which helps individuals with the reasonable costs of travel to and from NHS appointments and treatments.
From 2 January 2026 the charges will apply Monday to Sunday 8am to 7.30pm.
Up to 30 minutes FREE
Up to 2 hours £3.50
Up to 4 hours £5.50
Up to 6 hours £7.50
Up to 8 hours £9.00
Over 8 hours £10.00.
You can pay for your parking by cash, card, Google Pay or Apple Pay. QR code posters around the hospital can also be used to pay or top up your parking.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we make these important changes to improve your experience at Queen Victoria Hospital.