Appeal a private parking ticket
These come from companies like ParkingEye or Euro Car Parks on supermarket and retail park land. They're invoices under contract law — not real fines.
Two appeal routes
Check the back of your ticket. The company belongs to one of two trade bodies:
- BPA member → escalate to POPLA (free, 28 days)
- IPC member → escalate to the Independent Appeals Service (free within 21 days)
Strong grounds
- Signs were not visible, not legible, or contradictory
- You weren't the driver — and POFA 2012 keeper-liability rules weren't followed
- The £100 charge isn't a "genuine pre-estimate of loss" (ParkingEye v Beavis)
- You had a permit or paid for the time
- ANPR evidence is wrong — you can prove a different visit duration
Appeal twice
First appeal directly to the parking company. If they reject (most do), they must give you a verification code so you can escalate to POPLA or IAS.
Generate your appeal letter
Free to find out if you've got grounds. Letter ready in five minutes.
Start your appeal →Frequently asked
Are private parking 'fines' even legal?
They're enforceable as contract claims if signs are clear and the keeper-liability rules under POFA 2012 are followed. Many tickets fail those tests.
Should I just ignore it?
No. Ignoring a private parking charge can lead to county court claims and a CCJ. Appeal properly instead.
How long does POPLA take?
Usually 6 to 8 weeks for a decision.