18/08/2026
Updated Cosgrove Village Parking
Over the past few months, many residents have made a real effort to park more responsibly in the village — and it’s been noticed and appreciated. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to adjust how and where they park.
However, the problem hasn’t fully gone away. As you walk through Cosgrove, it’s clear that several of our footpaths were never designed to take the weight of cars or vans. Some are already cracked or sinking, and once damaged, they’re costly and difficult to repair.
Everybody who drives understands that certain rules exist for the benefit of all of us — drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and the wider community. Most of these rules are simple common sense, and most of us learned them when we first passed our test.
If you’d like a quick refresher, the link below covers the Highway Code guidance on waiting and parking. Parking in the direction of traffic is a good start, and making sure you’re not parking on the path is even more important.
The rules are simple — and they protect the village we all share.
Highway Code (Parking):
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/waiting-and-parking-238-to-252