Every year we try to find ways to cut congestion at the Centre. This year we have already been in touch with the site owners to ask that they look at what is possible to help with parking.

Thankfully the expanded carpark has been completed as well as the extra 50 staff spaces round the back. However the expansion of the centre means that it is looking busier than ever.

We have suggested they bring back the parking helpers who show where there are empty spaces, and continue to believe that the new layout needs some adjustment where some turns are too tight.

We have also asked if the council can signpost the Leisure Centre carpark as overflow parking at weekend.

Most importantly though, if you live close by and are not buying anything too heavy, consider walking to the centre at busy times – it’ll help burn off some of the calories we are all going to put on this Christmas and reduce congestion!!