Complimentary long-stay parking at Bicester Village – over 1,800 bays free for up to 4 hours, steps from luxury boutiques, cafés & Park & Ride links for seamless visits.
🚗 Type: Private Complimentary Customer Car Park
🕒 Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
🌟 Rating: 4.5 / 5 (visitor feedback average)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free for all guests (first 4 hours complimentary)
Overstay Penalty: £10 after 4 hours (enforced via ANPR; paid at exit)
Payment: Automated pay-on-exit machines (card/contactless) or validation at boutiques for extended stays
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Total Spaces | ~1,800 marked bays across multiple surface lots |
Disabled Bays | 50+ designated Blue Badge spaces near key entrances |
Coach Bays | 8 hard-standing coach bays |
Surface | Level tarmac & compacted stone for overflow lots |
Lighting | Full LED perimeter & aisle lighting |
Security | ANPR cameras, roving security patrols |
Height Limit | None (suitable for coaches & high-roof vehicles) |
♿ Accessibility
Wide step-free routes from all car park zones to main Village plaza
Tactile paving & clear signage to disabled bays
Nearest Adapted Bays: Directly outside the Village entrance (10–20 spaces per lot)
Drop-Off Zone: Dedicated curbside outside Coach Reception
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None currently available
Nearest Options:
Tesco Superstore, Launton Road (3× 7 kW chargers) – 5 min drive
Oxford Parkway Station (fast & rapid chargers) – 15 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy (Estimates)
Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
---|---|---|
Weekdays 10:00–12:00 | 70 % | Mid-morning outlet visitors |
Weekdays 14:00–16:00 | 65 % | Afternoon shopping |
Fridays & Saturdays | 95 % | Weekend deals hunters |
Sundays 11:00–15:00 | 85 % | Leisure family outings |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 AM or after 4 PM on weekends for easiest parking.
🚶 Walkability Score
Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
---|---|---|
Outlet Village Main Plaza | On-site | Immediate access to boutiques & dining |
Bicester Village Rail Station | 8 min | Direct train from London Marylebone |
Park & Ride Bus Stop | 2 min | Shuttle service during peak periods |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Multiple locations across the Village
ATM: Lloyds & NatWest machines at main entrance
Pharmacy: Village Guest Services (Level 1)
Food & Drink
The Brasserie & Café Rouge (Level 1)
Paul Smith Café (Level 2)
Wendy’s Kitchen Street food hall
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bicester Village Rail Station | 0.4 mi | £3.75 / day | 24 h | Pay-&-display; frequent trains |
Park & Ride (M40 J9) | 4 mi | £3.00 / day + £3 bus fare | 24 h | Guaranteed spaces; bus to Village |
JustPark Private Drives | On-site | From £4.30 / day | 24 h | Pre-book guaranteed bay |
⚠️ Important Notices
Complimentary Stay: First 4 hours free; purchase validation at stores to extend to 8 hours
Overstay Fees: Charged automatically on exit; appeals via Guest Services
Event Days: Expect high demand during seasonal sales weekends (Feb, Nov)
📌 Expert Tips
Store Validation: Spend £50+ in any boutique to extend complimentary stay by 4 hours
Coach Visitors: Use designated bays near Coach Reception for easy drop-off & pick-up
Capacity Alerts: Check real-time space availability on the Bicester Village app
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Proposal for 100 additional bays under Village expansion plans
2026: Potential installation of 10 EV charging stations as part of sustainability drive