Prestigious Park Mark award for Total Parking at Long Buckby Train station
Facility receives Park Mark award having demonstrated the highest standards across their operations
As the village of Long Buckby experienced growth and increased traffic due to being on the line that goes to London, finding suitable parking spaces became a significant concern. In response to the rising demand, the owners envisioned a parking facility that would address these challenges while preserving the village's unique charm.
The Long Buckby Car Park was born out of this vision, located to cater to the needs of both residents and those passing through the village. Designed with functionality and convenience in mind, the car park aimed to alleviate parking woes and enhance the overall experience for drivers.
Total Parking Director Rachel Baxter said: "Nestled within the charming countryside of Northamptonshire, UK, the Long Buckby Car Park stands as a testament to convenience and efficient urban planning. Situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Long Buckby, this parking facility has become an essential asset for residents and visitors, offering a seamless parking experience in this quaint corner of England."
Park Mark® is the accredited logo of the Safer Parking Scheme. It is given to parking facilities that have achieved the requirements of a risk assessment conducted by the Police and the British Parking Association. Their assessments include management and maintenance of the facility, checking that there are appropriate levels of surveillance, lighting, signage and cleanliness. All these are known to reduce the opportunity for crime and thus create a safer environment for the motorist and their vehicle.
Car parks with a Park Mark® can use signage featuring the distinctive Park Mark® tick so that drivers know exactly where to go for safe parking. Facilities that have received this award have seen a drop in vehicle-related crime of over 80%.
Colin Sproats, BPA Area Manager said: “I am delighted that Rachel's Team at Long Buckby has achieved the Park Mark award, demonstrating their hard work and commitment to provide a safe environment for users.”
Photo left to right:
- Rachel Baxter - Director, Total Parking
- Colin Sproats - BPA Area Manager, Eastern Region
For more information visit https://www.britishparking.co.uk/Safer-Parking-Scheme-/-Park-Mark
To find Park Mark awarded car parks visit www.parkmark.co.uk
Notes to editors
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The Safer Parking Scheme
- The Safer Parking Scheme is a national standard for UK car parks that have low crime and measures in place to ensure the safety of people and vehicles. A Park Mark is awarded to each car park that achieves the challenging standards. The distinctive Park Mark signage helps drivers find car parks where they can confidently leave their vehicles, knowing the environment is safer.
Police Crime Prevention Initiatives (Police-CPI)
- Police Crime Prevention Initiatives Ltd owns the police element of the project. Police CPI works alongside Police Scotland and the Police Service of Northern Ireland to deliver the police element of the Safer Parking Scheme. Details of the Safer Parking Scheme and Police CPI can be found at: www.britishparking.co.uk (for operators), www.parkmark.co.uk (for members of the public) and www.securedbydesign.com
The British Parking Association
- The BPA manages the Safer Parking Scheme on behalf of Police Crime Prevention Initiatives Ltd (Police-CPI) and with support from the Home Office and the Scottish Government. Nine Area Managers are employed by the BPA to actively promote and manage the scheme throughout the UK
- The BPA represents the UK’s parking and traffic management profession and currently has over 750 corporate members. This diverse membership includes local government, private landowners, private parking operators, technology companies, consultants, property developers, architects, and academics. In addition, we support over 500 individuals with their professional development through a separate membership structure
- The BPA is a not-for-profit organisation, working collaboratively with members and stakeholders to support local communities by providing the parking services they need and improving compliance with parking rules and regulations. This is always with an emphasis on excellence & innovation in service delivery, encouraging education and fairness.