🚗 Almondsbury Church Road Car Park – Village & Church Access Guide
Free parking at Almondsbury Church Road – steps from St Mary’s Church, village hall & scenic countryside walks in BS32.
🚗 Type: Free Public Off-Street Car Park (South Gloucestershire Council)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (unmanned)
🌟 Rating: Not publicly rated
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Cost | Payment | Return Restrictions | Blue Badge Holders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Not required | None | Exempt (no display needed) |
Unlimited stay; no pay machines or permits.
Ideal for church services, community events and local walks.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~25 marked bays |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Lighting | Single streetlamp at entrance |
| Security | Open-air; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans & trailers) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level surface; badge holders may use any bay.
Nearest Adapted Bays: None marked; accessible church entrance directly off car park.
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Church Road frontage.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None.
Nearest Options:
M5 Services (Gloucester Services, Jct 14): 4×7 kW Pod Point bays – 1.8 mi
Almondsbury Park & Ride (Jct 16): 2×22 kW rapid chargers – 2.0 mi
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Sundays 9–11 am | 90 % | Churchgoers |
| Weekdays 10 am–4 pm | 30 % | Village hall visitors & walkers |
| Event Days | 100 % | Fairs & community markets |
| Evenings (dusk) | 20 % | Countryside walkers |
Pro Tip: On Sunday mornings, arrive by 8:45 am to secure a bay for the 9 am service.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary’s Church | On-site | Direct entry from car park |
| Almondsbury Village Hall | 2 min | Community events & public toilets |
| Bury Woods Circular Trail | 5 min | 3 mi woodland walk |
| The Swan Inn (pub & café) | 4 min | Refreshments & traditional pub fare |
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green (adjacent) | 0.1 mi | Free | Unlimited | Extra overflow on fair days |
| Almondsbury Park & Ride South | 2.0 mi | £2/day | Unlimited | Covered bays & frequent shuttle |
| Gloucester Services Southbound | 1.8 mi | Free | 4 hrs | EV charging & toilets |
⚠️ Important Notices
Event Closures: Car park may host village fairs; temporary signage will direct to overflow.
Maintenance: Surface inspected annually (next due Oct 2025).
Regulations: Vehicles must park fully within marked bays under council bylaws.
📌 Expert Tips
Market Day Hack: During village markets, use the Village Green overflow and follow signage for a shuttle golf-buggy service.
Countryside Access: Park here for direct trails into Bury Woods without needing to drive further.
Service Times: The Swan Inn opens early on weekends—park here and enjoy breakfast post-walk.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: South Gloucestershire Council reviewing addition of 2 EV charging points adjacent to car park.
2026: Proposed installation of low-level LED lighting for improved evening safety.
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