🚗 Jack Straw’s Car Park – The Complete Hampstead Village Parking Guide
Secure short-stay parking at Jack Straw’s Lane – affordable bays minutes from Hampstead Heath, High Street cafés & local galleries.
🚗 Type: Surface Pay-and-Display Car Park (Camden Council)
🕒 Open: 08:00–20:00 daily; free outside these hours
🌟 Rating: 4.4 / 5 (local user feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
08:00–11:00: £2.00 per hour
11:00–15:00: £3.00 per hour
15:00–18:00: £2.50 per hour
18:00–20:00: £1.50 per hour
Evenings & Overnight (20:00–08:00): Free
Payment: Pay-and-display machines (contactless, coins, card) or RingGo app (Zone 440315)
Blue Badge Holders: Free with badge displayed; register via Camden Council portal
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 45 marked bays |
| Accessible Bays | 4 Blue Badge bays, close to exit gate |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac |
| Lighting | LED columns at entrances |
| Security | CCTV coverage |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Level Access: Flat surface throughout, step-free route to pavement
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Jack Straw’s Lane directly outside entrance
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
Hampstead Health Centre (Pod Point 7 kW): 0.2 mi / 4-min walk
South End Green Car Park (Octopus EV): 0.3 mi / 6-min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | ~85 % | Morning shoppers & workers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | ~75 % | Lunchtime visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~80 % | Commuter departures |
| Weekends 10:00–13:00 | ~90 % | Leisure & Heath walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 on weekdays or after 18:00 to find a bay easily.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Hampstead Heath (South End Gate) | 3 min | Immediate access to parkland & views |
| Hampstead High Street | 5 min | Shops, cafés & restaurants |
| Keats House | 6 min | Literary museum & gardens |
| Gospel Oak to Barking Trail | <1 min | Scenic walking & cycling route |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: South End Green (3 min walk)
ATM: NatWest (High Street) – 5 min walk
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street) – 5 min walk
Food & Drink
The Horseshoe Café: All-day brunch – 4 min
La Crêperie de Hampstead: Authentic French crêpes – 6 min
The Holly Bush Pub: Historic village pub – 7 min
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South End Green Car Park | 0.3 mi | £2.50/hr (max £10/day) | 24 h | EV charging on-site |
| Flask Walk Pay-and-Display Bays | 0.4 mi | £1.80/hr | 4 h | Cheaper short stays |
| Swiss Cottage (Holdane Road) Car Park | 0.6 mi | £2.20/hr (max £8) | 24 h | Larger capacity & CCTV |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Penalty charges apply for non-payment or overstays during charging hours
Single Exit/Entry: Pay-and-display ticket valid for one exit only; re-entry requires new ticket
Event Closures: May be closed during local festivals (check Camden Council notices)
📌 Expert Tips
Beat the Crowds: Weekday stays after 18:00 are free—ideal for evening theatre or dining trips.
Heath Hack: Park here, then explore North End and Parliament Hill for spectacular London skyline views.
Blue Badge Strategy: Register online in advance to guarantee exemption and prime bays.
Weekend Markets: Combine parking with the nearby Saturday Farmers’ Market on Hampstead High Street.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Camden Council considering pilot of two rapid EV charging points pending community consultation.
2026: Proposed resurfacing and wayfinding signage upgrade under borough town-centre improvement plan.
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