Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (kenhsilver) — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:40:25 GMT

Thank you thamesweb. I was caught on the evening of October 2. Fortunately I was able to swap contact details with some others in the same position that night. We do not believe that four cash payment machines not working for a period of time was a coincidence. If anybody else reading this was also clamped that night (or any other time) as a result of the cash payment machines in Castle Car Park not operating please contact me via

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:43:55 GMT

I am very sorry that this company has caught you and it seems many others. It will be little consolation I know but every Windsorian who is aware of this state of affairs deplores it, but I suspect that as the private company concerned continues to make substantial sums of money in this way, they will not stop. It is big business and only government intervention and a change in the law will have any effect. What is needed is a law that prevents the immobilisation of a vehicle, along the lines...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (kenhsilver) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 05:48:49 GMT

Recently, I had the misfortune to park in the Castle Car Park. The cash payment machines were not working (all four) and not knowing the area I ended up paying at another machine close by. Several other people there at the same time in the same position also paid at this machine. When I returned my car was clamped and it cost me £125 to release it. My parking ticket was valid in the...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 03:50:36 GMT

The RWWS has received several more complaints from visitors to Windsor about being clamped in the Castle Car Park.

The borough really must try and find a way of warning everyone about the dangers of overstaying at this car park as they leave our town with really bad feelings when they get clamped.

Remember that the staff at the car park are on commission for each clamp fitted so are unlikely to want to show the slightest generosity of spirit to our guests.

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (Pat Larkin) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:46:55 GMT

Thanks, thamesweb. I clicked on the link you gave, saw all the colours and the 'key', thought I understood it.....only to read, further down, that some of these facilities may have been changed....We really don't mind walking or climbing steps/inclines, so perhaps the Old Gasworks area might be the best option, which is where you've suggested I think...King Edward Car Park. We've had bus passes for 'several' years now, but have used them, as a couple,...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:46:27 GMT

King Edward Car Park off Arthur Road is fine I guess, and close to Peascod Street. I am not aware that they use clamps!

Parking in Windsor

Parking in Dedworth then getting the bus into town is fine if you have the time. Personally I hate public transport, even if it is free! Much prefer to walk, but as I should be getting MY free bus pass too soon, I might change my mind!

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (Pat Larkin) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:08:58 GMT

Where would you suggest we park on our next Windsor visit, please? Somewhere quite close to Peascod Street and somewhere we WON'T be clamped... my husband says we should drive to our friend's home in Dedworth, leave the car there, then bus into town now that we've got these new improved bus passes that cover the whole country, well, England. Thanks for any suggestions.

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 06:49:20 GMT

We have in our possession a letter from the 'Parking Control Company' contracted to look after the privately run car park in Thames Avenue - NOT to be confused with the Borough Car Park in River Street.

The letter states that a number of inadequate sets of photos have been taken by the clamping operatives whenever vehicles are clamped. 'Blue Notices' (presumably some sort of staff information sheet) 'have been issued in the last month notifying teams when photo...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 08:29:07 GMT

RBWM Press Release dated 4th April 07

Its curtain up on a better deal for theatre-goers in Windsor, many of whom have faced an unwelcome final act to their evening out by finding their cars clamped in the privately-owned Castle car park.

Following a meeting with the car park managers, the Royal Borough has been notified of a new saving grace period after the end of each performance which means Theatre Royal audiences will be given an hour to get their vehicles out of the car...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (the jiffle king) — Tue, 19 Dec 2006 06:10:11 GMT

Be careful if you park on Russell Street (the Campsie Spaces), there is active clamping going on despite the fact the land is owned by 4 parties and there is only one sign. Last night they refused to unclamp someone who had the right sticker on their car as they could not see it (It was clearly visible)

We should all rebel against the cowboy bullies who are clampers!!

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (the jiffle king) — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 09:43:56 GMT

If your car is clamped, make sure that you ask to see their identification and that all individuals have the right photo ID. They have to be certified and they are not allowed to borrow badges, or not have them displayed.

Also be aware that they are not allowed to damage your property in any way shape or form (Nor you to damage theirs)

Signage must be appropriate and available at the time of parking, and you can dispute any ticket and the theory says that you can give them an...

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (Mr Whippy) — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:11:26 GMT

More of them !!
Windsor Arts Theatre in St Leonard's Road, warns that the car park behind tha Arts Centre clamps and charges 300.00 to release you!

Re: Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (thamesweb) — Sun, 08 Oct 2006 12:22:26 GMT

This was in the news a little while back when a lady was late back to her car and was particularly upset by the clamping. It can happen of course because the car park is privately owned and there is little that the borough can do.

The simple answer is not to use the car park.

Car Park Clamps Tourists - Staff on Commission

feeds@yuku.com (Mr Whippy) — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 16:51:38 GMT

This is the original post on the subject of clamping at the privately owned Thames Avenue Car Park. Additional posts include a letter to staff from the 'parking control' company stating revised terms re commissions payable per clamping fee generated.

Yet another part of declining Windsor to be ashamed of ! I ordered a couple of tickets from our smashing Windsor Theatre. When the tickets were delivered there was a warning note, as follows.... "Patrons...