No — it’s illegal to wheel-clamp, block, or tow a vehicle on private land without lawful authority. Since the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, private landowners and parking operators in England and Wales are not allowed to immobilise or remove vehicles as a way of enforcing parking control.

What the Law Says –
⚖️ The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, Schedule 4, made it a criminal offence to:
 • Clamp, tow, or immobilise a vehicle on private land without legal authority
 • Physically block a vehicle to prevent it leaving
🚔 Offenders can face fines or prosecution — even if the vehicle was parked without permission

Who Can Clamp or Tow Legally –
🚓 Police or local authorities – may tow vehicles for road safety, obstruction, or unpaid fines
🏛️ DVLA or government contractors – can remove untaxed or abandoned vehicles
🏢 Authorised parking operators – can only issue Parking Charge Notices (PCNs), not clamp or tow

What Landowners Should Do Instead –
🔒 Use bollards, gates, or height barriers to physically prevent access before parking occurs
📋 Display clear signage about parking terms or restrictions
🧾 Work with a BPA or IPC-approved parking company for lawful enforcement

Key Takeaway –
✅ You can’t clamp or tow — but you can prevent. The law allows deterrence, not immobilisation.