🚗 Caffa Mill Car Park – The Complete Fowey Harbour Parking Guide
Pay & display parking at Caffa Mill – affordable hourly rates, all-day permits & just steps from Fowey ferry, cafés and riverside walks.
🚗 Type: Pay & Display Public Car Park (Cornwall Council )
🕒 Open: 08:00–18:00 daily (ticket valid until midnight); exit permitted 24/7
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (visitor feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 hour: £1.20
Up to 2 hours: £2.40
Up to 4 hours: £3.60
All-day (08:00–midnight): £5.00
Season Permit: £40 / week or £120 / month via Cornwall Council website
Payment: Pay machines (coin, card/contactless) or PayByPhone app
Enforcement: ANPR; Penalty Charge £70 (discounted if paid promptly)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~40 marked bays |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac |
| Lighting | Entrance-only lampposts |
| Security | ANPR enforcement; occasional patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for most vehicles) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 3 marked bays near the ticket machines
Drop-Off Point: Layby immediately outside pedestrian gate
Accessible Routes: Level kerb drop to waterfront promenade and ferry pontoon
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Fowey Town Hall Car Park (2 × 7 kW Pod Point) – 5 min walk
Polruan Car Park (4 × 7 kW BP Pulse) – 10 min drive (with chain ferry)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 10:00–12:00 | 70 % | Day-trippers & shoppers |
| Weekdays 14:00–16:00 | 60 % | Café & waterside visitors |
| Saturdays 11:00–15:00 | 95 % | Weekend holidaymakers |
| Evenings after 16:00 | 40 % | Dinner guests & ferry users |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 AM on weekends for the best central bays near the ferry.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Fowey–Polruan Chain Ferry | 1 min | Direct river crossing |
| Waterfront Cafés & Pubs | 2 min | Dining with river views |
| Fowey Town Centre & Shops | 5 min | Galleries, boutiques & toilets |
| Fowey Harbour Heritage Trail | On-site | Scenic riverside walking route |
| Readymoney Cove Beach | 8 min | Sandy cove & swimming |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Waterfront (2 min)
ATM: Post Office (Town Centre, 5 min)
Pharmacy: Lloyds (Town Centre, 5 min)
Café: The Ship Inn (1 min) – riverside terrace
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readymoney Cove Car Park | 8 min walk | £4.00 / day | Day only | Beach access & larger lot |
| Fowey Town Hall Car Park | 5 min | £1.50/hr; £6.00/day | 24 h | EV charging on-site |
| On-Street Fore Street Bays | Adjacent | £1.20/hr; 2 h max | 2 h | Quick short-stay near shops |
⚠️ Important Notices
Display a valid ticket at all times during enforcement hours (08:00–18:00).
ANPR records entry/exit—ensure correct registration entry to avoid PCN.
Ticket valid until midnight—but must be purchased before 18:00.
📌 Expert Tips
Ferry Hack: Park here, walk to the ferry, then return later—ticket covers all-day access.
Season Saver: Weekly permit is ideal for multi-day stays during summer.
Evening Visits: Park before 16:00 for quieter bays and enjoy sunset riverside walks.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council exploring the addition of 2 × 7 kW EV bays near the ticket machines.
2026: Proposal to upgrade lighting and repave key aisles under the coastal town improvement scheme.
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