Road traffic

Stopping and parking outside built-up areas

Outside built-up areas the vehicle's position on the carriageway and distance to junctions, blind bends or crests may lead to a very serious classification. Night parking on the carriageway is specifically covered.

What to check in your case

Distinguish the verge from the carriageway. Check the built-up area boundary, measurement point, time and any breakdown. State whether space was available off the carriageway.

Documents for your defence

Full notice or decision, front and back, and evidence of the date of service.

  • Carriageway and verge pictures, measured distance and kilometre reference

Legislation and official sources

Information checked on 7 November 2026.