? Type: Public Pay & Display Surface Car Park (Milton Keynes Council)
? Open: Enforcement 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; free evenings (18:00–08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
? Rating: N/A (council facility)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (Mon–Sat, 08:00–18:00):
Up to 30 min: £0.50
Up to 1 h: £1.00
Up to 2 h: £2.00
Up to 4 h (max stay): £3.50
All day (max 24 h): £5.00
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless)
RingGo app (zone code 10300)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit £25; monthly permit £70 (unlimited stays during enforcement hours)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 4 h—display badge and register at machine
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~120 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 8 marked bays (free with badge) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 4 extra-wide bays near entrance |
| Surface | Level tarmac with bay lining refreshed 2023 |
| Lighting | LED bollard lighting (dusk–dawn) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV monitoring; periodic council patrols |
| Signage | Digital tariff board & zone map at entrance |
♿ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Eight bays adjacent to main walkway—free with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in by machine for quick loading
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to N Twelfth Street pavement
Pathways: Smooth footways to nearby amenities
? EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None currently installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility for 6 × 7 kW chargers in southwest corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
MK Coachway MSCP – 10 × 22 kW rapid, 5 min drive
MK Railway Station CP – 8 × 7 kW units, 7 min walk
? Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 65 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 80 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 40 % | Leisure & theatre-goers |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 17:00 for free evening stay—ideal for MK Theatre or Xscape visits.
? Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Central Milton Keynes Station | 7 min | Fast services to London & Birmingham |
| The Centre:MK Shopping Mall | 3 min | Retail, dining & amenities |
| MK Theatre & Xscape | 5 min | Entertainment & leisure |
| Bus Interchange (Silbury Blvd) | 4 min | County-wide bus connections |
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silbury Boulevard MSCP | 4 min | £1.50/hr; £6/day | Covered & EV charging |
| The Point CP (Old Wolverton Rd) | 8 min | £1/hr; £5/day | Cheaper long stay |
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone E1) | Adjacent | £0.30/20 min; 2 h max | Short-stay via RingGo |
⚠️ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat by CEOs; CCTV off-hours monitoring
Overstay Penalty: £70 PCN (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
? Expert Tips
Season Ticket: Weekly pass (£25) pays for itself in seven visits—ideal for commuters.
Blue Badge Users: Display badge; use marked bays for level access to station and mall.
Evening Outing: Park after 18:00 for free stay—perfect for Xscape cinema or evening shopping.
Weather Alert: Northern bays near boundary can pond in heavy rain—opt for southern rows.
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