Pay & Display / Pay-by-phone
First Hour Free — Pay and Display
In plain English
The first hour of parking is free — after that you must pay at the machine.
What it means
This is a pay and display bay where the first period of parking (usually 1 hour) is free of charge. After the free period you must pay at the machine for any additional time. You still need to get a ticket from the machine even for the free period — the ticket shows your arrival time and proves you haven't exceeded the free allowance.
Parking rules at a glance
Common variations
- Pay and display — first hour free — then pay for additional time
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Reminder: always check nearby signs and road markings before parking. Rules vary between councils and within Controlled Parking Zones.