🚗 Priory Lane West Car Park – The Complete St Neots PE19 2BH Guide
Easy parking on Priory Lane West – free 2 hours, affordable day rates, Blue Badge bays & steps from St Neots town centre, station & riverside.
🚗 Overview
Type: Surface Pay-&-Display & Free Short-Stay (Huntingdonshire District Council)
Open: 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; free outside these hours and all day Sunday & bank holidays
Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 (local feedback)
💰 Tariffs & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First 2 hours | Free | No ticket required |
| 2–4 hours | £0.80 per hour | Pay-&-Display at machine or via RingGo app |
| Over 4 hours | £3.20 daily cap | Covers full chargeable period (08:00–18:00) |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
| Return Restriction | No return within 1 h | After exit during charged hours |
Payment: Coins, card/contactless at machines, RingGo (location code displayed).
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; PCNs for overstay.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | Approx. 70 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 bays clearly signed near entrance |
| Surface | Tarmac with high-visibility bay markings |
| Lighting | LED bollards along access routes |
| Security | Occasional patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for cars, vans & minibuses) |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 6 designated bays; free up to 3 h.
Drop-off Zone: Lay-by beside ticket machine for 10 min.
Pedestrian Routes: Flush kerbs & level pathway to town centre and station.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
St Neots Station Car Park (4 × 7 kW Pod Point) – 5 min walk
Tesco St Neots (4 × 7 kW) – 3 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & school drop-offs |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Shoppers & café visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 75 % | Evening errands & train returnees |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers & market attendees |
Pro Tip: Use the free 2 hours for quick visits; switch to the daily cap if you need a longer stay.
🚶 Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| St Neots Railway Station | 6 min | Direct trains to London & Cambridge |
| Market Square & High Street | 4 min | Shops, cafés, weekly market (Wed & Sat) |
| Riverside Green Spaces | 3 min | Scenic River Great Ouse towpath walks |
| Priory Centre | 1 min | Community events & public toilets |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
ATM: Lloyds & Barclays on Market Square (4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 4 min)
Food & Drink:
The Riverside Café (by river)
The Golden Lion (pub, 3 min)
Public Toilets: Priory Centre & Market Square (fee applies)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Car Park | 0.3 mi | £4.00/day | 24 h | EV chargers & direct train access |
| Loves Farm Park & Ride | 1.5 mi | £2.00/day | 24 h | Free shuttle & EV chargers |
| On-Street Bays (High Street) | Adjacent | £1.00/hr (2 h) | 2 h max | Cheaper for short visits |
⚠️ Important Notices
Return Rule: No return within 1 h to deter bay-hopping.
Free Periods: Outside 08:00–18:00 free but bays signed—observe restrictions.
Market Days: Arrive early Wed/Sat for best availability.
📌 Expert Tips
Commuter Hack: Park here and walk to station for cheaper rates than station lot.
Blue Badge Users: Use any bay and clearly display badge + clock to avoid confusion.
App Convenience: Pre-load RingGo credit for quick extensions if meetings overrun.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Council considering installation of 4 EV chargers and solar lighting upgrades.
2026: Proposal to add CCTV for enhanced security and monitor occupancy.
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