RingGo launches parking payments for Oxford car parks

RingGo, the new system, replaces the pay by phone service which has been on trial for the last 12 months. Oxford drivers no longer need to phone the more expensive 0870 number when they park, but should call 01865 898 900 to pay for their stay. Cash payment continues as an option at all car parks.

This brings the city centre into line with parking at Oxford, Didcot and other First Great Western railway stations, as well as those in Banbury and Bicester, so drivers no longer need to register with two different payment services when parking locally.

Leaflets will be given to regular pay by phone users to explain the changes; new signs and posters are in place at all car parks; and further information is available on Oxford City Council's website. Drivers who used the old system should register with RingGo using the number above to make sure they continue to pay for parking by phone.

Andrew Bradfield-Barnes, Oxford City Council's Parking Manager says: "Introducing RingGo is good news for local motorists who park using their phone in Oxford. Calls to the new service are cheaper and the same system is now offered in more than 40 car parks in the county. We would ask drivers to read notices and leaflets carefully to make sure the changeover is as smooth as possible, and that they start to see the benefits quickly."