🚗 Cattle Market (Dean Street) Car Park – Liskeard Long-Stay & Town Centre Access Guide
Affordable long-stay parking in Liskeard town centre – pay from £1.10/hr, free outside 4 pm–9 am, ideal for commuters, market shoppers & rail users at PL14 4BA.
🚗 Type: Long-Stay Public Off-Street Car Park (Cornwall Council)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (unmanned)
🌟 Rating: Not publicly reviewed
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Stay Duration | Tariff | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.10 | |
| 1–2 hours | £2.10 | |
| 2–3 hours | £3.20 | |
| 3–4 hours | £5.00 | |
| Up to 24 hours | £6.30 | |
| Weekly | £15.80 | |
| After 4 pm–9 am | Free |
Payment: Pay-and-display at machine (coins, card, contactless, Apple/Google Pay) or via JustPark (location code 8326; 10 p transaction fee applies).
Season Tickets: Monthly, quarterly or annual options; resident discounts available.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~200 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Perimeter street lighting |
| Security | Open-air, no dedicated CCTV |
| Weight Limit | 3 500 kg |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 6 marked spaces close to entrance.
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay lay-by on Dean Street.
Nearest Adapted Parking: Westbourne Car Park (0.2 mi, 4 marked bays).
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None.
Nearest Chargers:
Tesco Extra (Barn Road, 1.2 mi) – 4×7 kW Pod Point bays
Sainsbury’s (Lower Lux Street, 0.9 mi) – 2×22 kW fast chargers
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 9 – 11 am | 85 % | Commuters & rail users |
| Weekdays 12 – 2 pm | 70 % | Lunchtime shoppers |
| Saturdays 10 – 2 pm | 80 % | Market & town visitors |
| Evenings after 6 pm | 10 % | Leisure & overflow |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 9 am for the best chance of a central bay, or purchase a weekly ticket to guarantee a spot.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Liskeard Market (Parade) | 2 min | Fresh produce & local stalls |
| Liskeard Railway Station | 8 min | Trains to Plymouth, Penzance & London |
| Liskeard Museum (Church Street) | 4 min | Local history exhibits |
| High Street (shops & cafés) | 3 min | Banks, eateries & public conveniences |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Station concourse (free, 8 min walk)
ATM: Co-operative Bank cashpoint (High Street, 3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 4 min)
Food & Drink: The Railway Station Inn (5 min), Café on the Parade (2 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Car Park | 0.2 mi | Same tariff | 24 hrs | CCTV, reserved permit bays |
| Upper Sungirt Car Park | 0.3 mi | Up to £3.20/3 hrs | 3 hrs max | Short-stay only |
| Rapsons Car Park | 0.5 mi | £3.70/24 hrs | 24 hrs | Cheaper weekly rate |
⚠️ Important Notices
Construction Works: Capacity reduced at times for adjacent development.
Free Periods: After 4 pm until 9 am parking is free—machines may still issue tickets if not set to pay-and-display mode.
Enforcement: Council wardens patrol; overstay or no ticket incurs PCN.
📌 Expert Tips
JustPark Wallet: Pre-load funds in the app wallet to purchase sessions at discounted rates.
Weekly Saver: If you park Mon–Fri, a weekly ticket saves over 30 % versus daily rates.
Evening Runs: For free evening visits, drop in after 4 pm for dining or events with zero charge.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council plans to install EV charging bays in several long-stay car parks, including Dean Street.
2026: Possible resurfacing and enhanced lighting upgrades as part of the town-centre regeneration scheme.
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