Appeal a Wiltshire Parking Ticket

Last updated: March 2026

Wiltshire Council enforces parking across this largely rural county, with main enforcement centres in Salisbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham, and Devizes. Tourist parking near Stonehenge and the cathedral city of Salisbury generates a significant proportion of PCNs. Note that Swindon is a separate unitary authority.

Enforcement Approach

Wiltshire Council operates civil parking enforcement with on-street officers in the main towns. Salisbury has the most extensive restrictions with its cathedral close, city centre CPZs, and market area. Other market towns have more limited enforcement. Penalties are £50–£70, halved within 14 days.

Common Parking Hotspots

• Salisbury city centre: Cathedral close and market area with strict enforcement
• Trowbridge: County hall area and town centre restrictions
• Chippenham: Station area and high street parking
• Marlborough: Popular high street with limited parking

How to Appeal

Follow the standard council PCN appeal process:

1. Informal challenge: Write to Wiltshire 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

• Swindon vs Wiltshire: Check which authority issued your ticket
• Historic signage: Salisbury’s conservation area may affect sign placement
• Market day restrictions: Check temporary signs are properly displayed
• Time limit compliance: Verify service deadlines

Related Guides

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