Look, I get it. Airports are businesses. They want to discourage congestion. But five pounds for a minute and a half of road usage feels like highway robbery—literally. It’s the same price as a whole sandwich at Pret. You’re paying for nothing tangible except the memory of a beep and a barrier going up.
The other day, I saw a granddad walk from the free car park. He was pulling a tiny wheelie bag, looking lost but happy. He saved £5. He used that fiver to buy a coffee inside. That, right there, is a win for the common person. So next time, park free. Walk the walk. Your wallet will thank you, even if your shins complain a bit. That, or just take the train. But that’s a rant for another day.
