๐ Cambeltown Way Car Park โ Cambeltown Way, Port Pendennis, Falmouth TR11 3XP
Secure Pay & Display parking at Port Pendennis โ flexible hourly bays, Blue-Badge exemptions & doorstep access to Pendennis Castle and waterfront walks.
๐ Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park (Cornwall Council)
๐ Open: 08:00โ18:00 daily (charges apply); free outside these hours, all day Sundays & bank holidays
๐ Rating: 4.2โ/โ5 (visitor feedback praises location for castle access and clear signage)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | ยฃ1.20 |
| Up to 2 hours | ยฃ2.40 |
| Up to 4 hours | ยฃ4.80 |
| All day (08โ18) | ยฃ6.00 |
Payment Methods: Pay & Display machines (coins, card/contactless) or MiPermit app (location code on signage)
Blue-Badge Holders: Free in marked bays (display badge)
Season Permits: Available to residents and businesses via Cornwall Council portal
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~60 marked bays |
| Surface | Asphalt with painted bay markings |
| Lighting | Street lamps around perimeter |
| Security | CCTV coverage near ticket machines |
| Barrier System | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 4 marked bays close to the castle entrance path
Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby by the gate for quick passenger unloading
Pedestrian Links: Level tarmac path to Pendennis Castle and coastal trails
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
Castle Drive Car Park (0.4 mi; 4ร7 kW) โ 6 min walk
Falmouth Waterfront MSCP (1 mi; 2ร22 kW) โ 12 min walk
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Visitors |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 10โ14 | ~65 % | Castle tourists & shoppers |
| Weekdays 16โ18 | ~50 % | Cafรฉ and pub guests |
| Weekends 11โ16 | ~90 % | Family groups & walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 AM on summer weekends to secure bays closest to the castle gate.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Pendennis Castle Entrance | 2 min | Direct access to historic site |
| Pendennis Point Coastal Path | 1 min | Stunning views along the Cornish coast |
| Castle Drive Cafรฉ & Shop | 5 min | Refreshments & gift shop |
| Gyllyngvase Beach | 15 min | Sandy beach with lifeguard station |
| Falmouth Yacht Harbour | 20 min | Boats, watersports & waterfront dining |
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Drive Car Park | 0.4 mi | ยฃ1.20/hr | 4 h max | Closer EV charging & cafรฉ |
| Falmouth Waterfront MSCP | 1 mi | ยฃ10/day | 24 h | Covered, toilets & rapid chargers |
| Gyllyngvase Beach Car Park | 0.8 mi | ยฃ4/day | DawnโDusk | Beach access & surf hire nearby |
| On-Street Bays (King St) | 0.5 mi | ยฃ0.80/hr | 2 h max | Cheapest short-stay option |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil officers patrol 08โ18; PCN for non-payment or overstay
High Tide: Low bays near the shore can floodโuse central bays in storm conditions
Machine Downtime: If machine offline, pay via MiPermit app using displayed code
๐ Expert Tips
App Top-Up: Use MiPermit to extend time remotely without returning to the machine
Blue-Badge Hack: Register badge in advance and display to park free, no time limit
Sunset Visits: Bays free after 18:00โideal for evening castle events and coastal sunsets
Picnic Prep: Grab pasties from nearby cafรฉs and picnic on the castle lawns
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025 Q4: Cornwall Council consulting on adding two EV charge points near the car park entrance
2026: Proposal to install solar-powered lighting for enhanced evening safety
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