🚗 Brislington Hill Shopper’s Car Park – The Complete Bristol BS4 4LP Parking Guide
Free 2-hour parking at Brislington Hill – easy access to Oakenhill shops, cafés & library, Blue Badge bays & pay-to-stay option for longer visits.
🚗 Type: Surface Pay-&-Display / Free Short-Stay Car Park (Managed by Bristol City Council)
🕒 Operating Hours:
Free Short-Stay: 00:00–24:00, first 2 hours free
Pay-to-Stay: 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat for stays over 2 hours
🌟 Rating: 4.0/5 (local user feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First 2 hours | Free | No ticket required |
| 2–4 hours | £1.20 per hour | Pay & Display at machine or RingGo app |
| Over 4 hours | £2.50 per hour | |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
| Return Restriction | No return | Within 1 h of exit during pay-to-stay hours |
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 40 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 designated bays near Oakenhill Walk entrance |
| Surface | Tarmac with clearly painted bay markings |
| Lighting | Streetlighting along pedestrian routes |
| Security | Regular council patrols; CCTV on adjacent high street |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 4 bays; free up to 3 h (badge + clock displayed)
Drop-off Zone: Informal pull-in beside library entrance (max 10 min)
Level Access: Flush kerbs to Oakenhill Walk and library/shopfronts
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
East Street Car Park (4×7 kW Pod Point) – 5-min walk
Brislington P&R (2×50 kW Shell Recharge) – 7-min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | 85 % | Morning shoppers & library users |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 70 % | Lunchtime café visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 60 % | After-work errands |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 90 % | Weekend market & shops |
Pro Tip: Use the free 2-hour period for quick visits; if staying longer, pay via app to avoid a ticket.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Oakenhill Library & Shops | Immediate | Books, groceries & cafés |
| East Street Retail Parade | 5 min | Additional shops & services |
| Brislington P&R Bus Stop | 4 min | Frequent buses into central Bristol |
| Arno’s Vale Cemetery | 10 min | Historic walks & green space |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
ATM: Lloyds & NatWest at East Street parade (5 min)
Pharmacy: Boots Local on Oakenhill Walk (1 min)
Food & Drink:
The Brislington Vault (gastropub)
Café O’Clock (sandwich & coffee)
Public Toilets: Inside Arno’s Vale Café (seasonal)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Street Car Park | 0.2 mi | £1.00/h | 4 h max | EV charging bays |
| Brislington P&R | 0.6 mi | £1.50/day | 24 h | Free shuttle to city & EV bays |
| On-Street Bays (Bristol Rd) | Adjacent | £0.80/h (2 h max) | 2 h | Cheaper short-stay |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Patrols 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; overstays incur PCN
Return Restriction: No return within 1 h to prevent bay-hopping
Payment Methods: Card/contactless at machines or via RingGo – no cash
📌 Expert Tips
Library Visits: Combine with quick shopping to maximize free 2-hour window
Blue Badge Hack: Display badge + time clock to gain a free extra hour
App Top-Up: Pre-load RingGo credits to extend your stay without heading back to the car
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Bristol Council reviewing 4 on-site EV charger installation
2026: Proposal to install motion-sensor LED lighting and CCTV
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