Student car parking in University accommodation

Student car parking permits for University accommodation are extremely limited. Find out where you can park your car and how to apply for a student car parking permit.

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You should only bring a car to Bristol if it is essential, for example because of a disability.

If you need to bring a car, you need to get a student car parking permit first. Parking spaces and permits are very limited. 

Car parking facilities and permits are available in some residences. Check your residence guide to find out if parking is included. 

You are more likely to get a permit if you:

  • are a Blue Badge holder (mobility impairment)
  • have a disability or health condition that means you need to use a car
  • have caring responsibilities that cannot be done without a car
  • have an academic placement for your course that can only be reached by car.

A student car parking permit gives you entry to residential parking areas. It does not guarantee a car parking space.  

Types of student car parking permits and costs

The table shows which types of student car parking permits you can apply for, and which residences have car parking facilities.

Accommodation Permit type Permit dates Cost

 

  • Badock Hall
  • Churchill Hall
  • Durdham Hall
  • Hiatt Baker Hall
  • University Hall
  • Wills Hall



 Annual permit Valid from 11 September 2026 to 7 June 2027 £108.00
Spring/Summer permit Valid from 6 January 2027 to 7 June 2027 £64.80
Summer permit Valid from 13 April 2027 to 7 June 2027 £21.60
Summer Top-Up 2027 7 June 2027 to 6 September 2027 £21.60

 

  • Clifton Hill House
  • Goldney Hall
  • Manor Hall and Annexes



 Annual permit Valid from 11 September 2026 to 7 June 2027 £196.90
Spring/Summer permit Valid from 6 January 2027 to 7 June 2027 £118.14
Summer permit Valid from 13 April 2027 to 7 June 2027 £39.38
Summer Top-Up 2026 7 June 2027 to 6 September 2027 £39.38

The Clifton campus is contained within the Kingsdown Residents’ Parking Scheme area (KRPS). Most on-street parking in and around the campus is subject to residential permits, meters and time limits.

How to apply for a student parking permit 

New students moving into university accommodation in the 2026/2027 academic year can apply for a student parking permit from 27 August 2026.

Applications stay open throughout the academic year.

To apply: 

  1. Register for a Student Account from PermitSmarti. 

     

     

  2. Complete the online form for the permit you are applying for. You will be asked to provide evidence to support your application, e.g a copy of your tenancy agreement or University accommodation invoice. 
  3. You will be notified by email within 48 hours if your application is successful. You will be asked to pay for the permit.

If you are a Blue Badge permit holder, you will get your permit free of charge.

All permits are virtual so you do not need to display anything in your car.

Other transport options 

We encourage the use of alternative, sustainable methods of travel.

Find out about transport around Bristol on the buses, car parking and transport page.