๐ Central Milton Keynes Car Park โ The Definitive MK9 2AD Shopping & Transit Guide
Affordable pay & display at 310 Saxon Gate โ 120 bays in the heart of Central MK, steps from the Shopping Centre, train station & bus interchange for seamless visits.
๐ Type: Council-Operated Pay & Display Surface Lot
๐ Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
๐ Rating: 4.1 / 5 (local user feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.20
1โ2 h: ยฃ2.40
2โ3 h: ยฃ3.60
3โ4 h: ยฃ4.80
4โ24 h: ยฃ6.50
Blue Badge Holders: Free in marked bays (display badge)
Payment: Pay & Display machines (coins, card) or MiPermit app
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 120 white-lined bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 marked Blue Badge spaces |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear bay markings |
| Lighting | LED street-lamp illumination |
| Security | CCTV coverage & periodic patrols |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
โฟ Accessibility
Level, step-free access from Saxon Gate frontage
Dropped kerbs and tactile paving at pedestrian crossings
Nearest Adapted Parking: Portway MSCP (0.1 mi; additional Blue Badge bays)
Drop-Off Zone: Designated layby outside entrance
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Portway Multi-Storey Car Park: 8ร 7 kW chargers (5-min walk)
Midsummer Boulevard MSCP: 4ร rapid DC chargers (8-min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy (Estimates)
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & early shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | 75 % | Evening transit users |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays All Day | 50 % | Leisure & family outings |
Pro Tip: Buy a day ticket (ยฃ6.50) for unlimited in-and-out on the same day.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| MK Central Shopping Centre | 3 min | 200+ stores, eateries & services |
| Milton Keynes Central Railway Stn | 5 min | Fast trains to London & Birmingham |
| Milton Keynes Bus Interchange | 4 min | National & local bus connections |
| Campbell Park | 10 min | Green space & riverside trails |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Shopping Centre (Level 1)
ATM: HSBC (Station foyer)
Pharmacy: Boots (Centre, Level 2)
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee (Centre, Level 0)
Pret A Manger (Station Approach)
Wetherspoonโs (Centre, Level 1)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portway Multi-Storey Car Park | 0.1 mi | ยฃ1.50 / h; ยฃ7 / day | 24 h | On-site EV charging |
| Midsummer Boulevard MSCP | 0.3 mi | ยฃ1.20 / h; ยฃ6 / day | 24 h | Rapid chargers & covered parking |
| Campbell Park Road On-Street | 0.2 mi | ยฃ1.00 / h; evenings free | 4 h max | Free after 18:00 |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: 24/7 patrols & CCTV; PCNs for non-payment or overstay
Event Days: High demand during Centre concerts & city festivalsโarrive early
Maintenance: Annual line-marking & machine servicing each March
๐ Expert Tips
MiPermit App: Top up remotely and check expiry to avoid dashes back
Bay Choice: Park near the east side for quickest access to station footbridge
Season Tickets: Monthly permits available via Milton Keynes Council for regular commuters
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: Proposal to install 10 EV charging bays under councilโs Low-Emission Strategy
2026: Introduction of pay-by-plate technology for faster entry & exit
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