? Type: Council-Operated Public Car Park
? Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
? Rating: 4.2 / 5 (visitor feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free for all users (no pay-and-display)
Blue Badge Holders: Free (badge must be displayed)
Enforcement: Informal; no PCNs issued but users encouraged to park considerately
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approximately 60 bays across two lots |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked Blue Badge spaces |
| Surface | Level tarmac (central lot) & compacted gravel (west lot) |
| Lighting | Basic bollard lighting (central lot) |
| Security | No CCTV; occasional ranger patrols |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Step-free, level access to park pathways and café
Wide turning area adjacent to disabled bays
Nearest Adapted Parking: Town Centre Car Park (Bedford Street; 0.3 mi)
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Woburn Road outside main entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Town Centre Car Park (Bedford Street): 4× 7 kW chargers – 6-min walk
Bedford Station Car Park: 18× mixed-speed chargers – 10-min walk
? Peak Times & Occupancy (Estimates)
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | 60 % | Morning walkers & dog-walkers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 40 % | Lunch-break visitors |
| Weekdays 17:00–19:00 | 70 % | After-work runners & families |
| Saturdays 10:00–16:00 | 95 % | Weekend families & sports |
| Sundays 10:00–16:00 | 85 % | Leisure visitors & anglers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 AM on Saturdays to secure a bay for the playground and café.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Ampthill Park Hub Café | On-site | Toilets, refreshments & indoor seating |
| Football & Cricket Clubs | 2 min | Direct access to pitches |
| Cooper’s Hill Viewpoint | 5 min | Panoramic valley views |
| Ampthill Town Centre | 10 min | Shops, pubs & bus connections |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Park Hub Café (open daily)
ATM: Co-op Food (Bedford Street, 0.3 mi)
Pharmacy: Boots (Bedford Street, 0.3 mi)
Food & Drink
Park Hub Café (on-site)
The Flying Horse (0.3 mi) – pub food
The White Hart (0.4 mi) – traditional fare
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Centre Car Park (Bedford St) | 0.3 mi | £1.00 /hr; £5 all day | 24 h | EV charging, pay-&-display |
| Bedford Street On-Street Bays | 0.2 mi | Free (1 hr limit) | 1 h | Short-stay close to shops |
| Football Club West Lot | On-site | Free | Unlimited | Gravel surface, overflow parking |
⚠️ Important Notices
No Overnight Restrictions: Cars left long-term are not ticketed but may be moved for events
Event Days: Ampthill Festival (June) often fills both lots by 9 AM—consider alternative sites
Maintenance: Annual line-marking each spring (next: Apr 2026)
? Expert Tips
Blue Badge Tip: Display badge to park in front-row bays closest to pathways
Stay Alert: Park rangers may ask to reposition cars for turf maintenance—follow signage
Ride & Park: Combine cycling and parking—bike racks available near the Hub Café
? Future Developments
2025: Proposal for CCTV installation and EV charge-point pilot (2 bays)
2027: Potential west-lot expansion to 80 bays subject to planning
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
No user price reports submitted yet for this car park.
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