You can pay for parking in Southend through various convenient methods, including dedicated parking apps, traditional pay and display machines, and the local Southend Pass.
How to Pay for Parking in Southend
Southend-on-Sea offers flexible options to pay for your parking, catering to different preferences and situations. Here are the primary ways to settle your parking fees:
Pay with Parking Apps
For a modern and often more convenient approach, you can use one of the two dedicated parking apps supported in Southend:
- Mobon
- RingGo
These apps allow you to pay for your parking directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need for cash or cards at a machine. Key benefits of using parking apps include:
- Convenience: Pay from inside your vehicle or even before you arrive.
- Remote Extension: If your plans change, you can often extend your parking session remotely without returning to your vehicle.
- Notifications: Receive reminders before your parking session expires.
For more detailed information on paying by phone, you can visit the official Southend-on-Sea City Council website: Pay for Parking by Phone - Southend-on-Sea City Council.
Using Pay and Display Machines
Traditional pay and display machines are available in many parking areas across Southend. This method involves:
- Finding a Machine: Locate the nearest pay and display machine in the car park or on the street.
- Payment: Insert coins or use a debit/credit card to pay for your desired parking duration.
- Display Ticket: Once payment is made, a ticket will be issued, which you must display clearly on your vehicle's dashboard.
Note: While widely available, it's always advisable to check for machine availability and payment options at your specific parking location.
The Southend Pass
The Southend Pass offers another payment option for residents and frequent visitors. While details regarding its specific benefits (such as discounts or ease of use) may vary, it serves as a method to pay for parking in the city. It's designed to streamline the parking process for those who regularly use parking facilities in Southend.
Here’s a quick overview of the payment methods:
| Payment Method | Description | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Parking Apps | Mobon, RingGo | Pay by phone, extend remotely, reminders, no need for physical ticket. |
| Pay & Display | Traditional machines located in car parks and on streets | Accepts coins/cards, requires displaying a physical ticket. |
| Southend Pass | A dedicated local pass | Offers specific benefits for local users, potentially discounts or ease of use. |
Always check the signage at your specific parking location for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding payment options and parking rules.
