🚗 Bedford Blues Rugby Club Car Park – The Complete Goldington Road Parking Guide
95-space pay-and-display parking beside Goldington Road stadium – short walk to Bedford town centre & easy match-day access.
🚗 Type: Surface Pay-and-Display Car Park (Bedford Blues)
🕒 Open: 24/7 except match-day closures (see club fixture list)
🌟 Rating: N/A (club-managed facility)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 hour: £1.50
Up to 3 hours: £2.00
Up to 7 hours: £3.80
Up to 24 hours: £5.00
Blue Badge holders: Free (display badge and register at main stand)
Payment: Coins or card at pay machines; cashless via RingGo app
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 95 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Perimeter lamp-posts |
| Security | Occasional patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (van- and minibus-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: 4 marked Blue Badge bays near the main entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Short lay-by on Goldington Road for quick patient or spectator drop-offs
Path Access: Level route from car park to stadium turnstiles
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
St Peter’s Street Car Park (Council): 113 spaces, no on-site chargers, pay-and-display – 5 min walk
Tesco Bedford (Pod Point): 2×7 kW AC chargers – 1.2 mi / 5 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Match Days (2 hrs pre-kick-off) | 100 % | Spectators & staff |
| Weekdays 9 AM–5 PM | ~30 % | Training sessions |
| Evenings (post-6 PM) | ~20 % | Club events & functions |
Pro Tip: For major fixtures, arrive at least 90 minutes early to secure a bay; overflow advice below.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Goldington Road Stadium | < 1 min | Direct entry to turnstiles |
| Bedford Town Centre (High St) | 8 min | Restaurants, shops & services |
| Bedford Station | 10 min | Mainline rail links |
| St Peter’s Street Car Park | 5 min | Council-run parking & bus connections |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Stadium main concourse (open match days)
ATM: Club foyer (match-day rates may apply) or Lloyds ATM on High Street – 8 min walk
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street) – 8 min walk
Food & Drink
The Club Bar: Snacks & drinks on match days – immediate
The Apprentice Boy (Goldington Road): Traditional pub fare – 3 min walk
St Peter’s Place Café: Light meals & coffee – 5 min walk
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter’s Street Car Park | 0.2 mi | £1.20 /hr (max £6) | 24 h | More spaces, council-run |
| Allhallows Multi-Storey | 0.5 mi | Free (4 h Sat) | 24 h | Covered, CCTV |
| Lurke Street Multi-Storey | 0.6 mi | Free (4 h Sat) | 24 h | 24/7 access |
⚠️ Important Notices
Match-Day Closure: Car park closed to public for home fixtures – alternative parking advised.
Enforcement: Strict pay-and-display rules; £60 penalty charge for non-payment.
Event Access: Follow steward directions; no re-entry permitted once gates close.
Overnight Parking: Not allowed; vehicles may be towed if left after 10 PM.
📌 Expert Tips
Overflow Plan: Use St Peter’s Street Car Park on match days and stroll via the riverside for a scenic detour.
Blue Badge Hack: Pre-register your badge online with the club to guarantee free parking.
Public Transport Alternative: Combine train to Bedford Station with a short taxi or bus ride to Goldington Road for sold-out fixtures.
Pre-Booking: RingGo app sometimes allows advanced bookings for major events—check ahead.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Club exploring partnership to add 10 dedicated EV charging bays pending planning consent.
2026: Potential re-surfacing project to improve drainage and lighting.
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