Edinburgh's 11 worst streets for bad parking, chosen by our readers - including Iona Street and Bellfield Lane
Our readers have been telling us where they think are the worst streets in Edinburgh for bad parking. While some joked about the city’s potholes, others questioned whether there are any good streets for parking in the city now, and some highlighted Leith as an entire area for impossible parking. However, here are the specific streets our readers think are the worst in the city for bad parking.
5. Cambridge Gardens
Helen Hodge highlighted Cambridge Gardens in Pilrig. She said: "Cars parked on pavement all along this street leaving no space for pedestrians far less people in a wheelchair or a person with pram. Shocking !!!" Photo: Google
6. Rossie Place
Our readers managed to mention pretty much all the side streets off Easter Road when discussing the worst streets in Edinburgh for bad parking. Rossie Place at the back of the Abbeyhill Colonies was highlighted by many of them, including John Black and Joan Crystal. Photo: Google
7. Lanark Road West
Andie Rickenbacker said: "Lanark Road West from Currie, where there are yellow lines on both sides so there is no parking!" Photo: Google
8. Canongate
Paul Richard Penman highlighted parking issues at The Canongate. He said: "The tartan tat merchants park on single yellow lines all day long and get away with it. Not sure why traffic wardens ignore these particular cars." Photo: Google