๐ Claremont Way Car Park โ The Complete Brent Cross Town Parking Guide
Convenient free 3-hour parking (7 AMโ8 PM) at Claremont Way, NW2 1AJ โ mobile payments, resident permits, steps from Brent Cross Town retail, parkland, cafรฉs & transport.
๐ Type: Public Free-to-Use Car Park with Pay-After-Free Option
๐ Open: 07:00โ20:00 daily (barrier-free)
๐ Rating: Not yet reviewed on major platforms
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Free Period: First 3 hours free (no ticket required)
Pay-After-Free Tariff: ยฃ1.10 per hour thereafter (via JustPark app or ring-fenced pay-by-phone)
Monthly Parking: From ยฃ90.80/month (pre-book via JustPark)
Resident Permits: Available from Barnet Council (Zone โBX1โ) โ annual cost ~ยฃ200, unlimited stays within hours
Overstay Penalty: Civil enforcement issue ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Future Changes: Proposal under review for extending free period to 4 hours in Q4 2025
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~80 standard bays |
| Disabled Bays | 2 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | None formally marked |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear bay markings (repainted 2023) |
| Lighting | LED street-style columns (approx. 10 lux) |
| Drainage | Central channel drains; annual inspection & clearance |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for minibuses and accessible vehicles) |
| Security | Four CCTV cameras; regular patrols by Barnet enforcement |
| Machine/Signage | Digital signage onlyโpayment via app/phone; no onsite machines |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Two bays adjacent to the retail frontage for shortest walk
Drop-Off Zone: 15 m covered pull-in directly outside entrance
Kerb Ramps: Dual tactile-paved ramps at both ends of car park
Pathways: 2 m-wide smooth footpaths to Claremont Park and bus stops
Audible Assistance: Pay-by-phone app offers voice prompts for visually impaired
๐ EV Infrastructure & Planned Upgrades
On-Site Charging (Planned Q1 2026): Four 7 kW Pod Point chargers in northern corner, reserved bays
Nearest Live Chargers:
Brent Cross Station Car Park โ 1ร50 kW rapid (12 min walk)
Multi-Storey Car Park (Brent Cross Shopping Centre) โ 20ร7 kW units (5 min drive)
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 65% | Local commuters |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 50% | Shoppers & office visitors |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | 40% | Evening diners |
| Saturdays 10:00โ16:00 | 85% | Brent Cross Town shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 55% | Parkland visitors |
| School Holidays (JulโAug) | 75% | Family leisure users |
Pro Tip: On Saturdays, the free 3-hour allowance fills by 11 AM; consider monthly booking if staying longer.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Cross Town Retail Quarter | 2 min | Fashion, dining, co-working spaces |
| Brent Cross Thameslink Station | 7 min | Direct trains to St Pancras & Bedford |
| Claremont Park | 1 min | Childrenโs playground & green space |
| Bus Stops (Routes 102, 292, 302) | 1 min | Frequent links to Edgware, Colindale, Cricklewood |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Inside Retail Quarter (free)
ATM: Santander (Retail Quarter, 3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (Retail Quarter, 4 min)
Food & Drink
The Pantry at Claremont (adjacent): All-day cafรฉ & bakery
The Brentwood (5 min): Gastropub with riverside terrace
Clerkenwell Kitchen (4 min): Grab-and-go healthy meals
Retail & Leisure
John Lewis & Partners (4 min): Department store & cafรฉ
Odeon Luxe Cinema (6 min): Latest releases & VIP screens
Fitness First (3 min): Fully-equipped gym & classes
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Cross Shopping Centre Multi-Storey (MSCP) | 5 min | Free โ unlimited (customer) | โ | Covered, Park Markยฎ safer parking |
| Brent Cross Station Car Park (Saba TfL) | 7 min | ยฃ3.50/day | 24 h | Rapid EV charge point, 2 disabled bays |
| Cricklewood High Road (on-street pay & display) | Adjacent | ยฃ0.30/30 min, max ยฃ5.00/day | 12 h | Flexible short-stay |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement Hours: 07:00โ20:00 daily
Overstay & Improper Use: 24-hr appeals handled by Barnet
Event Days: Retail events (Black Friday, Christmas) see 100% occupancy by 10 AM
Maintenance: Bi-monthly inspection of surface, lighting & drainage (next due June 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Early Shopper: Arrive before 09:00 to enjoy a quiet start and full 3-hour free slot.
Evening Leisure: After 18:00, parking remains free until closeโideal for cinema or dinner.
Resident Hack: Consider the annual permit if you visit more than twice weekly.
Weather Alert: Western edge can puddle in heavy rain; choose bays on the southern side.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q4: Extended free period trial to 4 hours (pilot)
2026 Q1: Installation of EV bays & smart-payment kiosks
2026 Q3: Potential expansion of 30 bays under Brent Cross Town Phase 3 (planning ref: LB2024/091)
Accessibility Review: Full PAS 1899 audit scheduled for March 2026
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