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Car Parking & Public Toilets
Looking for somewhere to park or find a public loo while you enjoy beautiful Ilfracombe? Here’s a clear guide to help you plan your visit — from short stay car parks near the shops to long stay options for a day by the sea.
Use our Interactive Map to see exactly where all public toilets and car parks are located. Just choose what you want from the drop-down options!
Public Toilets
| Location | Postcode | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| St James Place Gardens | EX34 9BH | Dedicated toilet block |
| Hillsborough Car Park | EX34 9QJ | Public Toilets on site |
| Pier Car Park | EX34 9EQ | Public Toilets on site |
| Wilder Road Car Park | EX34 8BL | Public Toilets on site |
| Bicclescombe Park | EX34 8JN | Dedicated toilet block |
| Hele Bay | EX34 9QZ | Dedicated toilet block |
Opening Hours:
Most open 7:00am – 6:00pm, Some open 24 hours
Winter opening may vary (Nov–April)
May close temporarily during maintenance
Disabled Access:
RADAR Key Scheme supported (keys via RADAR website)
📞 Report Issues:
Call: 01271 374776 or Contact Online
Hele Bay and St James Place are maintained by Ilfracombe Town Council:
E-mail: itc@northdevon.gov.uk, Phone: 01271 855300
Please note: E-mail and phone are monitored 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday
Short Stay Car Parks
| Car Park | Postcode | Notes | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ropery Road car park + Disabled Bays | EX34 9EF | Level to Seafront & Harbour EV charging | ITC |
| Cove Car Park + Disabled Bays | EX34 9EE | Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Ilfracombe Museum Car Park | EX34 8AF | Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Jubilee Gardens + Disabled Bays | EX34 9AJ | Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Marine Drive Car Park | EX34 9NU | Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Pier Car Park + Disabled Bays | EX34 9EQ | Public Toilets Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Wilder Road Car Park + Disabled Bays | EX34 8BL | Public Toilets EV Charging Level to Town Centre | NDC |
Long Stay Car Parks
| Car Park | Postcode | Notes | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Car & Coach Park | EX34 8AY | Level to Seafront & Harbour | NDC |
| Hillsborough Car & Coach Park | EX34 9QJ | EV Charging, Public Toilets | NDC |
| Larkstone Lane Car Park | EX34 9NU | Not suitable for wheelchairs | NDC |
| Oxford Grove Car Park | EX34 9HQ | Steep hill down to Town Centre | NDC |
| Haggington Hill (Berrynarbor) | EX34 9RT | Near Hele, quiet spot | NDC |
| Hele Car Park | EX34 9QZ | Handy for Hele Beach | NDC |
| High Street Car Park | EX34 9FB | Steps/incline to Town Centre | Private |
Electric Vehicle Charging
- Ropery Road Car Park (EX34 9EF)
- Hillsborough Car Park (EX34 9QJ)
- Wilder Road Car Park (EX34 8BL)
Parking Permits
Weekly Visitor parking permits are available for Ropery Road Car Park from the Ilfracombe Centre, 44 High Street, EX34 9QB
North Devon Council offer 4 and 7 day permits for certain car parks, and a 7 day rover permit which entitles the holder to park in many of the North Devon Council Car parks.
On-Street Parking
🚘 On-Street Pay & Display Parking (Devon County Council)
✔️ Charges, times, and restrictions vary by location – always check signs and pay-and-display machines.
✔️ Charges apply on weekends and Bank Holidays (except Christmas Day unless stated).
✔️ Payment options: RingGo app or coins.
🔵 Blue Badge Holders:
Free on-street parking in pay-and-display bays and at meters.
Blue Badge scheme does not apply to off-street car parks.
👮 Patrols:
Civil Enforcement Officers check all key areas regularly – make sure your ticket or permit is clearly visible!
♿ Blue Badge Parking Notes
✔️ Disabled bays available at: Cove, Jubilee Gardens, Pier, Wilder Road, Ropery Road
✔️ Level access from most Short Stay car parks
✔️ Larkstone Lane not suitable for wheelchairs
✔️ Blue Badge scheme applies only to on-street parking — not car parks
Car Park Operators
ITC – Ilfracombe Town Council
NDC – North Devon Council
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