? Type: Surface Park & Ride Car Park (Managed by Cheshire West & Chester Council)
? Open: 07:00–19:00 Monday–Saturday; 09:00–17:30 Sundays & bank holidays
? Rating: 4.3/5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Parking: Free (no pay & display required)
Bus Fare (Return):
Adult day ticket: £2.50
Young persons (5–18): £1.00
Children under 5: Free when accompanied by fare-paying adult
Group ticket (up to 5 people): £5.00
Concession: English National Bus Pass holders: free travel Mon–Fri after 09:30, all day weekends & holidays
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking; bus fare as above
Cheshire West and Chester Council
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~250 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 8 bays near bus shelters |
| Surface | Tarmac, well maintained |
| Lighting | Floodlit main routes and shelters |
| Security | Occasional council patrols; no CCTV |
| Overnight Parking | Allowed (park at owner’s risk; lot locked overnight) |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 8 bays; free parking without time limit
Drop-off Zone: Designated lay-by at entrance for 10-minute passenger drop-off
Bus Shelters: Level, covered waiting areas with seating and timetable displays
? EV Infrastructure
On-site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Sainsbury’s Superstore (4×7 kW Pod Point) – 2-min drive
Cheshire Oaks Outlet (rapid chargers) – 10-min drive
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | 95% | Commuters to Chester & beyond |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60% | City centre shoppers |
| Weekdays 17:00–19:00 | 90% | Return commuters |
| Weekends & Holidays | 70% | Leisure day-trippers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 07:30 for guaranteed space on weekdays, or mid-morning at weekends.
? Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Boughton Heath Bus Shelter | Immediate | Direct PR2 service into city |
| Sainsbury’s & Co-op | 3 min drive | Shopping & café |
| Ramsay Road Stop (41, 5) | 5 min walk | Additional bus routes to suburbs |
| Chester City Centre | 10 min bus | Shops, restaurants & cathedral |
⚠️ Important Notices
Bus Frequency: Every 10 min peak; 15 min off-peak itravelsmart.co.uk
Last Return Bus: Approx. 19:00 (Mon–Sat), 17:30 (Sun)
Overheight Vehicles: No height restriction on site
? Expert Tips
Saver Book: Buy 6-day tickets for £12.50 via Stagecoach app for regular users
Concession Use: If you hold a bus pass, you can travel free after 09:30 on weekdays and all day weekends
Early Bird: Weekend mornings before 10:00 are quieter—ideal for leisure trips
? Future Developments
2025: Council reviewing solar-powered lighting upgrade
2026: Proposal to install a digital real-time bus arrival display
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
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