Car park at Colchester country park closing temporarily

The car park at a Colchester country park is temporarily closing.

High Woods Country Park Car Park will be shut today (2 February) because of maintenance works.

There is alternative parking, however, at the nearby Chanterelle Car Park free of charge.

But, if poor weather stops the work from taking place today, it will take place on another date in the near future, according to Colchester Borough Council.

This will be advertised beforehand in the car park and on the council's social media.

Councillor Martin Goss, Colchester Borough Council portfolio holder for waste, environment and transportation, said:

"These works are an essential part of our car park maintenance and can only take place when the car parks are empty.

"We apologise for any inconvenience this causes and would encourage locals using the park for their once daily exercise to walk or cycle to the park where possible, rather than drive."

People are asked to make sure they comply with the latest government guidelines when exercising.

Information on parking in Colchester can be found online.

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