🚗 Waitrose Car Park – Alderley Edge Shopper & Village Access Guide
Affordable and convenient parking at Waitrose Alderley Edge – just off London Road, free for quick shop with purchase and flexible pay-and-display via Flowbird app, steps from village shops, station & walking trails.
🚗 Type: Private Retail Car Park (Britannia Parking on behalf of Waitrose)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (enforcement 10 am–8 pm Mon–Sat; 10 am–6 pm Sun)
🌟 Rating: 4.4 / 5 (Google Reviews for Waitrose Alderley Edge store)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Cost | Payment Methods | Validation & Permits |
|---|---|---|
| 50 p per hour (max £1 for 2 hrs) | Cash, card at pay machines | Refund on in-store spend (≥ £10) via app |
| Free for first 20 minutes | Flowbird mobile app | Blue badge holders exempt from charges |
| No return within 2 hours after exit |
Enforcement hours: 10 am–8 pm (Mon–Sat), 10 am–6 pm (Sun).
Penalty Charge: £50 for overstaying or no valid ticket.
Refund: Show Flowbird session or receipt at Customer Service if you spend ≥ £10.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 62 |
| Handicap Bays | 3 (by store entrance) |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Lighting | Full site lighting (store-managed) |
| Security | CCTV with ANPR surveillance |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for vans) |
| Bicycle Parking | Racks adjacent to entrance |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 3 marked, level surface, closest to entrance.
Drop-Off Zone: Covered canopy by store front.
Accessible Store Entry: Ramp and automatic doors.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None currently installed.
Nearest Rapid Chargers:
Shell MFG Lymm (Higher Lane, 0.7 mi)
Moto Lymm Services (Cliff Lane, 1.5 mi)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 12–2 pm | 90 % | Grocery shoppers |
| Weekdays 5–7 pm | 80 % | Commuters using station |
| Saturdays 9 am–12 pm | 100 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays 11 am–2 pm | 85 % | Leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Use the Flowbird app to top up your session remotely and avoid return-within-2-hour restrictions.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Alderley Edge Station | 8 min | Direct trains to Manchester & Crewe |
| Alderley Edge Village Centre | 4 min | Boutiques, cafés & pubs |
| Alderley Edge Picnic Area | 10 min | Scenic hilltop views |
| Waitrose Café & John Lewis | On-site | Coffee, bakery & lifestyle shopping zone |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Inside store (Customer Service)
ATM: In-store cashpoint
Pharmacy: Johnsons Dry Cleaning counter
Food & Drink
Waitrose Café (in-store): Hot & cold drinks, pastries
Costa Coffee (Village Centre): 5 min walk
The Botanist (Restaurant & bar): 6 min walk
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderley Edge Station CARPARK | 0.4 mi | £5 day | Unlimited | Secure, sheltered |
| South Street Council Lot | 0.2 mi | Free | 2 hrs | Free short-stay for visitors |
| On-Street (London Road) | Adjacent | £1.20/hr | 2 hrs | Pay by phone & cash options |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Strict two-hour maximum; no return within 2 hrs.
Event Days: Village festival parking controls may apply (June & Sept).
Maintenance: Pay machines and signage serviced quarterly (next due Aug 2025).
📌 Expert Tips
Validate & Save: Spend £10+ to reclaim parking fee—just scan your app or receipt at Customer Service.
App Convenience: Flowbird app sends expiry reminders and lets you extend remotely.
After-hours Use: Lot open 24/7, but charges only apply during enforcement hours.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Waitrose exploring on-site EV charging bays in partnership with Pod Point.
2026: Cheshire East Council review may adjust short-stay allowances across village car parks.
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