Central town-centre parking at Jubilee Road – ideal for shops, cafés & Camel Trail access. Pay & Display simplicity with flexible stay options in PL27 7BX.
? Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: Cornwall Council
? Open: 08:00 – 18:00 Mon–Sat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
? Rating: 4.2/5 (local visitor feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff: £1.20 per hour
Maximum Stay: 4 hours (no return within 2 hours)
Daily Cap: £5.00 per 24-h period
Payment: Pay & Display machines (card/contactless) or PayByPhone app (Zone ID: 91236)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 h (display badge & register via PayByPhone)
Permits: No long-stay or resident permits
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~50 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays near entrance |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | Street-lamp coverage |
| Security | CCTV in vicinity & periodic council patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 Blue Badge bays by pay machines
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings to pavement; level access to town centre
Drop-Off Zone: Layby adjacent to entrance for quick unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Tesco Wadebridge (PL27 6HQ): 4×7 kW Pod Point units – 0.8 mi / 16 min walk
Bodmin Parkway Station: Rapid chargers – 4 mi / 10 min drive
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | ~70 % | Commuters & café visitors |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~55 % | Shoppers & Market attendees |
| Saturdays (10–14 :00) | ~85 % | Weekend shoppers & families |
| Evenings & Sundays | ~20 % | Riverside walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 :00 AM on Saturdays to secure a bay for the full morning.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge Town Centre | 2 min | Shops, cafés & public conveniences |
| Camel Trail Entrance | 4 min | Scenic cycling & walking route |
| Wadebridge Museum & Gallery | 3 min | Local history & exhibitions |
| Riverside Park & Play Area | 5 min | Children’s playground & picnic spots |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol Mon–Sat; PCNs £70 for non-payment or overstay
Overnight Parking: Not permitted—park at own risk outside hours
Surface Warning: Bay markings may fade in wet weather—drive with care
? Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Use PayByPhone auto top-up to extend your stay without returning to your car.
Market Day Strategy: Park here then stroll to Egloshayle Road Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Badge Convenience: Blue Badge holders enjoy seamless free parking—no tickets required once registered.
? Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council piloting sensor-based bay availability displayed in the PayByPhone app.
2026+: Feasibility study for installing a solar-powered EV charging post nearby.