The hunt is on for the most and least parking friendly car park in Cornwall.

Colin Smith, owner of vehicle paint specialist Revive! North Cornwall, said there had been a marked increase in the number of customer cars with car park related damage he has been asked to repair.

Colin said: ’Car park damage is one of the most common causes of the scuffs and scrapes I see. There’s awards for car park security and safety but none for the parking experience itself. We want to recognise those car parks that have got it right and highlight ones that could do better.’

AA research shows that more than 50% of motorists on the road are driving around with some form of minor bodywork damage to either wheels or paintwork, a lot of which is caused by trying to squeeze into tight parking bays, navigate tight spirals or being damaged by inconsiderate other drivers parking too close.

To nominate a car park for the best or worst award visit https://revive-uk.com/carparkawards/ or email [email protected] with the name of the car park, its address, and the reason which compelled you to nominate. Judging will take place during June, and the winners from each area will be put forward to regional finals. The top three best and worst car parks in the country will be named in September.