🚗 Park Wood Car Park – The Complete Milton Keynes EV Charging Hub
BP Pulse rapid chargers at Park Wood Car Park – free parking 24/7 with easy M1 access; perfect for EV drivers and shoppers at Kingston Centre.
🚗 Type: Free Public Surface Car Park with BP Pulse EV Charging
🕒 Open: 24 hours / day, 7 days / week
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (Zap-Map user reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Parking Cost: Free (no time limits)
EV Charging Cost:
50 kW charger: £0.35 per kWh
150 kW rapid charger: £0.45 per kWh
Payment: Via BP Pulse app or RFID card at the charging kiosk
Future Changes: Council evaluating installation of two additional 150 kW bays in late 2025
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 120 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with designated EV bays |
| Lighting | LED column lighting throughout |
| Security | CCTV coverage; occasional patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans & larger vehicles) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: 4 marked Blue Badge bays adjacent to main entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Chaffron Way immediately outside car park gate
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging:
2 × BP Pulse 50 kW DC chargers
2 × BP Pulse 150 kW rapid DC chargers
Charger Locations: Bays 1–4 along eastern edge, clearly signposted
Nearest Additional Options:
Kingston Centre (Pod Point): 4×7 kW AC chargers – 0.2 mi (4-min walk)
McConnell Drive (Shell Recharge): 2×150 kW – 0.5 mi (10-min walk)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7–9 AM | ~75 % | Commuter charging |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | ~50 % | Shopping & school runs |
| Weekdays 4–6 PM | ~80 % | Rapid top-ups before home |
| Weekends 10 AM–2 PM | ~60 % | Leisure drivers & families |
Pro Tip: Arrive outside weekday peak (9–11 AM or after 2 PM) for fastest charger availability.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Centre Retail Park | 4 min | Supermarkets, high-street shops & cafés |
| Milton Keynes College (Chaffron) | 6 min | Campus facilities & café |
| Bassett’s Mead Local Park | 8 min | Green space and picnic areas |
| Xscape & Snow Dome Arena | 10 min | Leisure & entertainment complex |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Kingston Centre – 4 min walk
ATM: NatWest (Kingston Centre East) – 5 min walk
Pharmacy: Boots (Kingston Centre) – 4 min walk
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee (Kingston Centre): Coffee & snacks – 4 min
The Exchange (Retail Park): Food court with multiple cuisines – 5 min
The Lime Tree (Bassett’s Mead): Pub food & local ales – 8 min
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Centre Car Park | 0.2 mi | Free | Unlimited | Covered EV chargers (Pod Point) |
| Xscape Multi-Storey | 0.6 mi | £2.50/hr (max £10) | 24 h | Indoor, CCTV & staffed |
| Church Green Pay & Display | 0.8 mi | £1/hr (max £5) | 12 h | Cheaper for short town-centre stays |
⚠️ Important Notices
Charger Access: EV bays enforced—non-EVs will be ticketed.
App Reliability: Keep BP Pulse app updated for seamless authentication.
Weather Impact: Eastern bays can flood in heavy rain—use western chargers first.
📌 Expert Tips
Charge & Shop: Plug in, then stroll through Kingston Centre while your EV tops up.
Rapid Boost Hack: Use a 150 kW bay for a 20 %–80 % charge in ~20 minutes.
Evade Queues: Monitor live charger availability via the BP Pulse app before departure.
Evening Saver: After 8 PM, free parking remains, but chargers stay pay-as-you-go.
🔮 Future Developments
Late 2025: Installation of two additional 150 kW rapid chargers pending council approval.
2026: Solar canopy project planned to offset station power draw and provide covered parking.
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