Where should you park when visiting Portstewart Strand?
The practical answer
For **Portstewart Strand**, use the **National Trust parking at the Strand itself**. Do not confuse this with the free council car parks serving Portstewart town and promenade.
The National Trust permits parking on the beach when conditions and opening arrangements allow. As checked on 25 September 2026, the published charge is **£8.50 per car for non-members**; National Trust members and Blue Badge holders park free. Payment is card-based under the current visitor information.
Beach access can be restricted by weather or operational conditions, and cars must leave in line with the site's closing arrangements.
If you only want Portstewart promenade, use the town's free council parking instead. Pay the Strand parking charge when the Strand itself is the destination.
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