๐ Car Park F โ The Complete Milton Keynes MK6 Parking Guide
Convenient pay-and-display parking at Lampitts Cross MK6 โ low daily rates, Blue Badge bays & easy walk to The Hub, MK College & Xscape.
๐ Type: Surface Pay-&-Display Car Park (Privately Operated)
๐ Open: 07:00โ20:00 MondayโSunday (free outside operating hours)
๐ Rating: 3.9/5 (local user feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | ยฃ1.00 | Pay at machine or via RingGo app |
| 1โ3 hours | ยฃ0.75 per 30 min | ย |
| 3โ6 hours | ยฃ3.50 total | ย |
| All day (7:00โ20:00) | ยฃ5.00 | One payment covers full operating period |
| Evening Rate (after 18:00) | ยฃ1.50 | Reduced final-session rate |
| Permit Holders | Not available | No resident or staff permits |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
Payments accepted via on-site pay station (coins, contactless) or RingGo (location code displayed).
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~120 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with clear bay markings |
| Lighting | LED bollard lighting across all rows |
| Security | CCTV coverage; occasional security patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 6 reserved bays near entrance; free up to 3 h (badge + clock required)
Drop-off Zone: 10 min lay-by adjacent to ticket machine
Level Access: Flush kerbs to pavements; level route to nearby facilities
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: 2 fast (7 kW) bays; pay per kWh via Pod Point app
Nearest Additional:
Xscape EV Hub โ 4ร7 kW chargers (5 min walk)
Central Milton Keynes West P&R โ free charging + shuttle (10 min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & college students |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 70 % | Shoppers & leisure visitors |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | 60 % | Evening gym & cinema goers |
| Weekends 10:00โ16:00 | 75 % | Family leisure & shoppers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 or after 18:00 for easiest parking; evening rate applies.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| MK College Campus | 3 min | Access to libraries & student services |
| The Hub Leisure Centre & Gym | 5 min | Gym, pool, cafรฉs & sports hall |
| Xscape Entertainment Complex | 6 min | Cinema, indoor ski, restaurants |
| Central Milton Keynes Station | 12 min | Rail & bus links across the region |
| Middleton Hall Retail Park | 8 min | Shops, eateries & plumbing megastore |
๐ Nearby Amenities
ATM: Cafรฉ area at The Hub
Pharmacy: LloydsPharmacy in Middleton Hall
Food & Drink:
Starbucks & Costa in MK College foyer
Wagamama, Nandoโs & Burger King at Xscape
Public Toilets: Available in MK College and The Hub
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Hall Car Park | 0.3 mi | ยฃ2.50/day | 24 h | Free EV charging |
| Central MK West P&R | 0.5 mi | ยฃ1.00/day | 24 h | Shuttle bus to station & city |
| On-Street Bays (Lampitts Cross) | Adjacent | ยฃ1.20/h (2 h max) | 2 h | Free evenings & Sundays |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: Patrols 07:00โ20:00; overstays subject to Penalty Charge Notice
Operating Hours: Outside 07:00โ20:00 parking is unmonitored but bays remain marked
Maintenance: Annual surface reseal scheduled Q2 2025; expect limited bay closures
๐ Expert Tips
Student Hack: Combine parking with a midday shop at Xscape to validate for a 30 min extension (check kiosks)
Blue Badge Users: Display badge + time clock and note your bay number on RingGo session for smooth exit
EV Drivers: Book charging slots via Pod Point app in advance for peak evening sessions
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Proposal to install 4 additional fast-chargers and upgrade lighting to solar-powered LEDs
2026: Plans to trial ANPR-based pay-on-entry for seamless access
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