Appeal a Warwickshire PCN

Last updated: March 2026

Warwickshire County Council manages on-street parking enforcement across this Midlands county, including the tourist hotspot of Stratford-upon-Avon, the county town of Warwick, Leamington Spa, and Rugby. Tourist parking in Stratford-upon-Avon is a major source of PCNs.

Enforcement Approach

Warwickshire County Council handles on-street enforcement, with district councils managing off-street car parks. Stratford-upon-Avon sees the heaviest enforcement due to tourist demand, while Royal Leamington Spa and Warwick have extensive town centre restrictions. Penalties are £50–£70, halved within 14 days.

Common Parking Hotspots

• Stratford-upon-Avon: Heavy tourist parking demand with strict enforcement
• Royal Leamington Spa: Regency town centre with meter bays and CPZs
• Warwick: Castle visitor parking and historic centre restrictions
• Rugby: Town centre and station area restrictions

How to Appeal

Follow the standard council PCN appeal process:

1. Informal challenge: Write to Warwickshire County Council within 14 days. Discount frozen during review.
2. Formal representation: If rejected, respond to the Notice to Owner within 28 days.
3. Traffic Penalty Tribunal: If rejected, appeal to the independent Traffic Penalty Tribunal, which is free.

Key Defences

• Tourist area signage: Stratford’s complex restrictions must be clearly signed
• Two-tier enforcement: Check whether the county or district council issued your PCN
• Pay machine faults: Photograph broken machines
• Time limit compliance: Verify service deadlines

Related Guides

• How to Appeal a Council Parking Ticket (PCN)
• Parking Ticket Time Limits
• Traffic Penalty Tribunal Guide
• Appeal a Coventry Parking Ticket