Woking car park to close for substantial repairs

Victoria Way car park will close from 17:30 GMT on Friday

A car park in Woking, Surrey, is set to close for significant repairs following a structural review.

Victoria Way car park will close for in-bound vehicles from 17:30 GMT on Friday and, according to Woking Borough Council (WBC), will remain closed for the foreseeable future.

The council said the current condition of the car park did not pose a risk to public safety but that "substantial repairs" had been recommended.

Councillor Dale Roberts, deputy leader and portfolio holder for finance and economy, said: "We are committed to taking a pragmatic approach to the car park's future, considering the cost implications, future maintenance requirements and the evolving parking needs of the town."

The council confirmed the closure was not due to the presence of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac) in the structure.

The car park has 932 spaces and is normally open 24 hours a day.

Mr Roberts said the council was working with permit holders to "provide alternative parking arrangements".

The council said drivers would have the weekend to remove their cars ahead of a full closure on Monday.