๐ Bury Lane Car Park โ The Complete Rickmansworth Parking Guide
Bury Lane โ convenient pay & display, free evenings & Sundays, minutes from town & canal towpath.
๐ Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Three Rivers District Council)
๐ Open: Enforcement 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free evenings (18:00โ08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
๐ Rating: N/A (council facility)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (MonโSat, 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 30 min: ยฃ0.60
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.20
Up to 2 h: ยฃ2.00
Up to 4 h (max stay): ยฃ3.50
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless card)
Pay-by-App: RingGo (zone code 98410)
Resident Permits: Zone RM permit ยฃ50 / year (unlimited stays during enforcement hours)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit ยฃ12 (valid any enforcement day)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 70 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 2 extra-wide bays adjacent to entrance |
| Surface | Level tarmac with bay lining refreshed 2022 |
| Lighting | LED perimeter bollards (08:00โ18:00 enforcement hours) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV coverage; Three Rivers Council patrols |
| Signage | Digital tariff board & zone map at entrance |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Four bays nearest pay machinesโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in beside machines for quick set-down
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to Bury Lane pavement
Pathways: 2 m-wide smooth route to town centre and towpath
๐ EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility for 2ร7 kW chargers in northeast corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
Rickmansworth Station CP: 4ร7 kW units, 8 min walk
Croxley Station CP: 2ร22 kW rapid, 10 min drive
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 80 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 70 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 09:00โ13:00 | 85 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 30 % | Leisure & towpath users |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 16:00 for free evening staysโideal for waterside pubs.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Rickmansworth High Street | 3 min | Shops, cafรฉs & public toilets |
| Grand Union Canal Towpath | 5 min | Scenic walks & cycle routes |
| Rickmansworth Station | 8 min | Metropolitan line & Chiltern services |
| Bus Stop (Routes R4, R6) | Adjacent | Links to Watford, Uxbridge & St Albans |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Town centre (3 min walk)
ATM: HSBC (High Street, 4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 4 min)
Food & Drink
The Waterside Cafรฉ (2 min): Light bites & hot drinks
The Maltsters Arms (5 min): Pub dining & craft ales
Costa Coffee (4 min): Grab-and-go beverages
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rickmansworth Station CP | 8 min | ยฃ1.00/hr; ยฃ6/day | EV charging & covered bays |
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone RM) | Adjacent | ยฃ0.30/20 min; 2 h max | Short-stay flexibility via app |
| Chorleywood Station CP | 10 min dr | ยฃ0.50/hr; ยฃ4/day | Rapid chargers & Chiltern services |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; evenings/Sundays CCTV patrols
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at ownerโs expense
Maintenance: Quarterly lining & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Commuter Saver: Weekly permit (ยฃ12) is cost-effective for regular rail travel.
Blue Badge Holders: Display badge and use free baysโno need to hunt.
Towpath Visits: Park free after 18:00 and enjoy sunset strolls.
Weather Alert: Northern bays can pond in heavy rainโchoose bays near entrance.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Install on-site EV charging bays funded by council grant
2025 Q4: Upgrade pay machines to cashless-only & multilingual UI
2026: Feasibility study for +30 bays on adjacent council land (ref: TRDC/PLN/2024/1035)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Jan 2026
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