Yes, but you need to pick the right car park. Bath's central multi-storeys mostly have height barriers that rule out a motorhome or campervan, but Charlotte Street Car Park has no height restriction and is officially recommended by the council for vans, motorhomes, campervans and other tall vehicles. Lansdown Park & Ride also has no height barrier, while Newbridge and Odd Down Park & Ride do, so your choice of site matters more than it would in a car. This covers parking for the day while you visit. If you want to stay overnight in the vehicle, see our separate camping and caravan sites near Bath guide, since Bath has no overnight motorhome pitches in the centre itself.
The one city centre option: Charlotte Street Car Park
Bath and North East Somerset Council's own car park guidance names Charlotte Street Car Park as having no height restriction and recommends it specifically for vans, motorhomes, campervans and other tall vehicles. It's a short and long stay car park close to the Royal Victoria Park side of the centre, which makes it the most practical choice if you want to park a tall vehicle and walk into the old city.
Other central car parks, including Avon Street and Manvers Street, have height restrictions shown in their individual listings, so don't assume any multi-storey will take a motorhome. Charlotte Street is the one the council itself points to.
Park & Ride: check the barrier before you drive in
Bath's three Park & Ride sites don't all have the same height limit:
- Lansdown Park & Ride has no height barrier, making it usable for a motorhome or campervan.
- Newbridge Park & Ride has a height barrier of around 6ft 6in (2m).
- Odd Down Park & Ride has a height barrier of around 7ft 2in (2.2m).
If your vehicle is taller than a standard car, Lansdown is the safer bet of the three. If you're close to the Newbridge or Odd Down limits, it's worth measuring your vehicle's actual height, including roof vents and aerials, before you commit to the drive, since these are physical barriers rather than signs you can ignore.
On-street parking
Bath's on-street pay and display bays in the centre are sized for cars, not motorhomes or campervans, and most won't have the space or the loading restrictions to suit a larger vehicle comfortably. Charlotte Street Car Park or Lansdown Park & Ride are the more realistic options if you're driving something van-sized or larger.
What about the Clean Air Zone?
Bath's Clean Air Zone doesn't charge private cars or motorbikes at all, whatever you're driving. Larger motorhomes that are classed as vans, minibuses or coaches may fall into a different, chargeable category depending on their exact vehicle classification, so it's worth checking your vehicle's category against the Clean Air Zone rules if you're unsure, rather than assuming the private car exemption automatically applies.
Quick answer by vehicle type
| Site | Height limit | Suitable for a motorhome/campervan? |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Street Car Park | No height restriction | Yes, council-recommended |
| Lansdown Park & Ride | No height barrier | Yes |
| Newbridge Park & Ride | ~6ft 6in (2m) | Only if your vehicle fits under the barrier |
| Odd Down Park & Ride | ~7ft 2in (2.2m) | Only if your vehicle fits under the barrier |
| Avon Street / Manvers Street car parks | Height-restricted | No, check individual listings |
For the wider picture on getting into the centre, see our Park & Ride guide and Bath parking guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I park a motorhome in Bath for the day?
Charlotte Street Car Park, which has no height restriction and is officially recommended by the council for vans, motorhomes and campervans. Lansdown Park & Ride is also an option, since it has no height barrier.
Can I take a campervan to Bath's Park & Ride sites?
Yes at Lansdown, which has no height barrier. Newbridge and Odd Down both have height barriers, around 6ft 6in and 7ft 2in respectively, so only vehicles that fit under those limits can use them.
Does Bath have overnight motorhome parking?
Not in the centre. Bath has no large campsite within the city itself; the nearest overnight options for a motorhome or campervan are small Certificated Locations a couple of miles out, or larger club campsites further away. See our camping and caravan sites near Bath guide for the full breakdown.
Can I park a motorhome on the street in central Bath?
It's not practical. Central on-street pay and display bays are sized for cars, so Charlotte Street Car Park or Lansdown Park & Ride are the realistic choices for a larger vehicle.
Does Bath's Clean Air Zone charge motorhomes?
Private cars and motorbikes are exempt entirely. Larger motorhomes classed as vans, minibuses or coaches may fall into a different, chargeable category, so check your vehicle's classification against the Clean Air Zone rules if you're not sure which category it falls into.