Parking in Middle Street, Blackhall Colliery

We have received a considerable number of complaints recently about indiscriminate parking along the shopping area in Middle Street, Blackhall Colliery.

Middle Street in Blackhall Colliery

Shoppers, businesses and residents have expressed their concerns about the dangers associated with cars parking, some illegally, on the double yellow lines outside shops in this area.

Some have reported that vehicles are parking on the pavement, and in doing so often driving into the path of pedestrians. We have heard reports that there have been a few near-misses involving shoppers and parked or parking vehicles as a result of this practice.

Some business owners have also expressed their frustration about vehicles parking outside their shops for extended periods, causing disruption to their businesses.

It is acknowledged that some vehicles and drivers are entitled to park or wait in this area, and provision is made for legitimate parking. But we understand the fears of pedestrians and business owners that unless this issue is tackled there may be a serious accident caused by careless and inconsiderate parking.

We have contacted the Parking Services team at county hall and we have asked them to give some extra attention to this particular problem in the hope that any further disruption and any potential accidents can be avoided. They have confirmed that the shopping area on Middle Street has been added to their enforcement request list to target enforcement of the double yellow lines in this area.

Please note that free parking is available at the nearby Blackhall Community Centre car park in Hesleden Road, just a short walk from the shops in Middle Street.