? Type: Multi-Level Indoor Car Park (Operator: APCOA)
? Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
? Rating: 4.2 / 5 (user feedback average)
? Pricing & Permits
Inside Tariff (Indoors) – ANPR & barrier-controlled entry
Up to 24 hours: £21.80
Weekend Daily Rate: £13.00
Motorcycles: Free in motorcycle area
Outside Tariff (Surface Level)
Free up to 20 minutes
Up to 1 hour: £2.60
Up to 3 hours: £7.70
Up to 24 hours: £15.80
Weekend Daily Rate: £10.00
Night (18:00–08:00): £7.50
Payment & Booking
Cashless only: APCOA Connect app or contactless at pay-on-exit machines
Pre-book via APCOA website for guaranteed indoor bays
No on-site cash payments accepted
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~300 (indoor & surface combined) |
| Surface | Concrete decks (indoor) & tarmac (surface bays) |
| Lighting | Full LED with emergency backup |
| Security | CCTV, barrier-controlled indoor access |
| Height Limit | 2.1 m (6′11″) |
| Motorcycle Area | Dedicated undercover bays |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 12 marked Blue Badge bays by lifts and lifts to station concourse
Lift Access: From all indoor levels to station walkway
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Temple Gate directly outside main entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Bristol Temple Meads Station Forecourt (BP Pulse 50 kW rapid) – 0.1 mi / 2 min walk
Queens Road Car Park (Pod Point 7 kW AC) – 0.4 mi / 8 min walk
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|————————|———–|———————————||
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | ~90 % | Commuter rail users |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | ~75 % | Off-peak travellers & shoppers |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~85 % | Evening departures |
| Weekends 10:00–14:00 | ~60 % | Leisure & shopping visitors |
Pro Tip: For best rates, use surface tariff after 08:00 (15 % cheaper) or pre-book indoor for peace of mind.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Station Concourse & Platforms | < 1 min | Direct indoor link |
| Cabot Circus & Broadmead Shopping | 5 min | Major retail district |
| Temple Meads Square (cafés & bars) | 3 min | Quick coffee & dining options |
| Redcliffe Caves & Spike Island | 10 min | Historic attractions & riverside walks |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Inside station concourse – immediate
ATM: Barclays (Station entrance) – 1 min
Pharmacy: Boots (Temple Meads Square) – 3 min
Food & Drink
Café Nero (Station platform) – immediate
Wilder Kitchen & Bar (Square) – 3 min
Box-E Coffee (Broadmead) – 6 min
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|——————————|———-|———————–|———-|———————————||
| Queens Road Car Park | 0.4 mi | £2.50/hr (max £15/day)| 24 h | EV charging on-site |
| NCP Broad Quay Multi-Storey | 0.5 mi | £12/day | 24 h | Covered, CCTV & RingGo payment |
| Redcliffe Wharf Pay-and-Display | 0.2 mi| £1.20/hr | 4 h | Cheaper short stays |
⚠️ Important Notices
No Cash Payments: APCOA Connect or contactless only
Single Exit/Entry: Barrier ticket must be kept for exit; lost-ticket fee applies
Enforcement: CCTV-monitored; non-payment or overstay may incur penalties
Height Restriction: 2.1 m indoor – oversized vehicles use surface bays
? Expert Tips
Off-Peak Saver: Surface tariff from 08:00 saves up to £6/day versus indoor rate
Pre-Book Hack: Guarantee an indoor bay and up to 10 % discount on daily rate
Blue Badge Strategy: Register your badge via APCOA Connect for seamless free parking in designated bays
Evening Visits: Night rate £7.50 offers great value for late-hour returns to your car
? Future Developments
2025: APCOA trialing ANPR-only entry/exit for faster access
2026: Proposed installation of 20 EV charging bays subject to planning approval
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