Car parking 

As a busy 24/7 hospital, car parking is always in great demand, so please make sure you leave plenty of time to find a space if you’re arriving by car.

When you get here signs will direct you to the main visitors’ car park, found at the rear of the hospital.

There is also a smaller car park on Fountain Street, while visitors to A&E can also use the multi-storey car park.

To improve security, most car parks have automatic barriers.

Our car parks are operated by an ANPR system. You will need to go to one of our five pay stations to enter your registration number and pay for your parking after your visit and before returning to your car.

Charges 

Parking charges are as follows:

· 0-20 minutes - Free

· 20 minutes -1 hour - £2.50

· 1-2 hours - £3.50

· 2-4 hours - £4.50

· 4-8 hours - £6

· 8-24 hours - £8

Pay machines take credit/debit cards and contactless payment. Coins and notes can be used. Please note £20 notes can only be used for fees £8 and above.

Alternative parking is also available on Darnton Road, opposite Stamford Park. For parking fees, please check Tameside MBC's website at www.tameside.gov.uk. The car park can be found at this postcode: OL6 6RL.

Car parking office 

For further information about car parking, including how to purchase reduced charge parking permits, contact the car parking office on 0161 922 6899.

The office is open daily between 8am and 7.30pm and is located in the atrium of Hartshead South (near Costa Coffee).

Any driver experiencing problems, or requiring guidance or assistance should contact the car parking office on 0161 922 6899 or press the buzzer at the exit barrier.

Disabled parking 

Blue Badge holders receive free parking, please display your badge.

When parking at Hartshead South and on the main car parks, leave your disabled clock on display and take your badge with you.

Before returning to your vehicle, go to one of the pay stations and press the information button to speak to a member of the car parking team.

You can also visit the car parking office with your Blue Badge.

Reduced parking fees

Visitors of long stay patients or patients attending for outpatient treatment, for a period exceeding 4 weeks, can apply for a reduced charge parking permit/tickets. Please contact the parking office for further information and forms.