🚗 Askham Village Community Car Park – Benwick Road, Doddington Parking Guide
Free community parking at Askham Village, Doddington – easy access to local hall, play area & direct bus links to March town centre.
🚗 Type: Free Community Car Park (Parish Council–managed)
🕒 Open: 06:00–22:00 daily (gates locked outside these hours)
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (local feedback praises convenience and spacious bays)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no pay-and-display or permits required)
Restrictions: Please adhere to posted opening hours; vehicles left after 22:00 may need assistance to exit.
Blue-Badge Holders: Standard free bays; display badge clearly.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approximately 25 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with lined bay markings |
| Lighting | Solar-powered bollard lights along central aisle |
| Security | Occasional community-warden patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (vans and estate cars accommodated) |
| Barrier System | None |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Two marked bays nearest entrance; level access onto pavement
Drop-Off Zone: Informal short-stay layby by gate for quick unloading
Pedestrian Routes: Smooth footpaths lead directly to village hall and bus stop
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
March Tesco Extra (3.2 mi; 4×7 kW) – approx. 7 min drive
March Station Car Park (3.5 mi; rapid chargers) – approx. 8 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | ~70 % | Community hall events |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | ~40 % | Local shoppers & visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~50 % | After-school pick-ups |
| Weekends 10:00–16:00 | ~60 % | Village activities & walks |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 on event days (fairs, markets) to secure a central bay.
🚶 Walkability Score
(All walk times from car park entrance)
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Doddington Village Hall | 1 min | Community events & public toilets |
| Play Area & Sports Field | 2 min | Children’s playground & football pitch |
| Bus Stop (Benwick Rd) | 1 min | Hourly service to March & Ely |
| The Wheatsheaf Inn | 5 min | Pub fare & local ales |
| Doddington Primary School | 3 min | Drop-off/pick-up convenience |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Inside village hall (available during opening hours)
Shop & Post Box: Doddington Village Stores (2 min walk)
Village Noticeboard: Events, services & community news
Food & Drink
The Wheatsheaf Inn: Traditional pub (5 min)
The Doddington Tea Rooms: Light lunches & cakes (4 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doddington Church Car Park | 0.2 mi | Free | Dawn–Dusk | Scenic churchyard setting |
| March Station Car Park | 3.5 mi | Paid | 24 h | Rail access & rapid EV charging |
| March Tesco Extra Car Park | 3.2 mi | Paid | 4 h free | Supermarket convenience & EV bays |
| Benwick Road On-Street Bays | Adjacent | Free | 2 h | Quick drop-off near shops & bus stop |
⚠️ Important Notices
Opening Hours: Gates close promptly at 22:00; vehicles must exit before lock-up.
Surface Conditions: Tarmac can be slippery after frost; drive cautiously in winter.
Community Events: Large gatherings can fill quickly; check parish noticeboard in advance.
📌 Expert Tips
Event Parking: For village fete or fêtes, use the eastern end of the car park for quickest hall access.
EV Users: Plan charging at March Tesco if you need a top-up during visits.
Blue-Badge Hack: Display badge and park in first two bays for shortest walk.
Bus Connections: Buy your bus ticket from the driver for direct link to March town centre.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Parish Council exploring installation of two EV charge points at northern corner.
2026: Proposal to add solar canopy lighting for improved evening safety.
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