Convenient Pay & Display at 437 Silbury Blvd โ competitive hourly rates, evening deals & immediate access to Xscape, MK Theatre & the central station.
๐ Type: Council-Managed Surface Pay & Display
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (enforcement 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free outside these hours & all day Sundays & bank holidays)
๐ Rating: 4.2 / 5 (local user feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 hour: ยฃ1.20
Up to 2 hours: ยฃ2.40
Up to 4 hours: ยฃ4.80
Up to 10 hours: ยฃ7.00
Over 10 hours / 24 h max: ยฃ10.00
Evening Rate (18:00โ08:00): ยฃ4.00
Payment: On-site machines (card & contactless) or RingGo app
Season Ticket: ยฃ160 / month (unlimited MonโSat 08:00โ18:00)
Blue Badge Holders: Free (display badge + obtain ticket)
Enforcement: ANPR; Penalty Charge ยฃ70 (discounted if paid promptly)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Total Spaces | ~90 marked bays |
Surface | Smooth tarmac |
Lighting | Full-site LED lampposts |
Security | ANPR enforcement; CCTV in adjacent areas |
Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 6 marked bays near the main entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Layby outside pedestrian entrance on Silbury Blvd
Accessible Routes: Level kerb drops to The Hub and walkway to station
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Station Square Car Park (4ร22 kW BP Pulse) โ 3 min walk
Xscape Multi-Storey (Pod Point โ 4ร7 kW) โ 2 min walk
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
---|---|---|
Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & shoppers |
Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 65 % | Lunchtime visitors |
Evenings after 18:00 | 40 % | Theatre & cinema |
Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 90 % | Weekend leisure |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 AM MonโSat or before 10:00 AM Sat for best close-in bays.
๐ถ Walkability Score
Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
---|---|---|
Milton Keynes Central Station | 5 min | Fast rail links to London & beyond |
Xscape (snow dome, cinema, eating) | 2 min | Indoor leisure & dining |
MK Theatre & The Hub (shops & cafรฉs) | 3 min | Live shows, retail & refreshment options |
The Centre:MK Shopping & Leisure | 8 min | Extensive shops, restaurants & cinema |
Campbell Park | 10 min | Scenic lake & playground |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Xscape concourse & Theatre lobby
ATM: HSBC & Barclays at Station Square
Pharmacy: Boots (Centre :MK)
Cafรฉ: Starbucks (Xscape entrance)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
---|---|---|---|---|
Station Square Car Park | 3 min | ยฃ9.00 / day | 24 h | Rapid EV chargers & barrier entry |
Theatre District Multi-Storey | 2 min | ยฃ2.50 / hr; ยฃ8.00 / day | 24 h | Covered, blue badge bays |
On-Street Purple Bays | 1 min | ยฃ1.00 / hr; 2 hr free on-street | 10 h | Cheapest central short-stay |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Display a valid ticket during pay hours to avoid PCN.
ANPR records entry/exit timesโensure accurate registration entry.
Evening rate applies only if entry after 18:00 and exit before 08:00.
๐ Expert Tips
Evening Visits: Take advantage of the ยฃ4 evening rate for shows or dining.
Monthly Pass: Ideal for regular commutersโpermits pay for themselves in just 20 parking days.
App Extensions: Use RingGo to top up remotely without returning to your vehicle.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: Council reviewing proposals for 4ร7 kW EV bays installation.
2026: Planned upgrade of CCTV and LED lighting as part of town-centre regeneration.