🚗 Clough Bank Car Park – Bollington Middlewood Way & Town Centre Access Guide
Free all-day parking at Clough Bank Car Park in Bollington – ideal for Middlewood Way walkers, commuters & shoppers seeking convenient, no-cost bays off Grimshaw Lane.
🚗 Type: Free Public Off-Street Car Park (Cheshire East Council)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (unmanned)
🌟 Rating: Not rated (no public reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Cost | Payment | Return Restrictions | Blue Badge Holders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Not required | None | Exempt (no display needed) |
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Unlimited stay; park and return at any time.
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No permits or pay machines.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~20 marked bays |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Lighting | None |
| Security | No CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (van- and trailer-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
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Disabled Access: Level surface; unmarked bays but badge holders may use any bay.
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Nearest Adapted Parking: Pool Bank Car Park (71 spaces, incl. 3 bays) – 0.8 mi, 16-min walk.
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Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Grimshaw Lane at car park entrance.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None.
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Nearest Options:
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Tesco Superstore Macclesfield (Barn Road) – 3 × 7 kW Pod Point bays, 3.2 mi
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Jackson Lane Car Park (Middlewood Way access) – no charge points, 1.1 mi
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📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 9 – 11 AM | 90 % | Commuters & trail users |
| Weekdays 12 – 2 PM | 70 % | Lunch-time walkers |
| Saturdays 10 – 2 PM | 80 % | Weekend hikers & families |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 20 % | Dog-walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 9 AM on weekdays to secure a bay for full-day parking.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Middlewood Way Entry | 1 min | Direct off-road trail access |
| Bollington Cross (shops & pubs) | 5 min | Local cafés, convenience store & Bayleaf Pub |
| Wellington Road Retail Parade | 7 min | Pharmacy, deli & household essentials |
| Adlington Road Rangers Office | 12 min | Toilets (incl. RADAR key), information & picnic area |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
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Public Toilets: Adlington Road Rangers Office (RADAR key) – 0.7 mi
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ATM: NatWest cashpoint (Bollington Cross) – 0.5 mi
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Pharmacy: Co-op Pharmacy (Bollington Cross) – 0.5 mi
Food & Drink
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The Bayleaf (6 min): Traditional British pub meals
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Damson Café (8 min): Artisan coffee & light bites
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Bank Car Park | 0.8 mi | Free | Unlimited | Larger capacity & marked bays |
| Jackson Lane Car Park | 1.1 mi | Free | Unlimited | Direct Middlewood Way access |
| Adlington Road Car Park | 1.0 mi | Free | Unlimited | Toilets & visitor info center |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Event Closures: Access may be restricted during large-scale town events (e.g., Bollington Festival, summer fairs).
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Maintenance: Surface repairs scheduled bi-annualy (next due Sept 2025).
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Regulations: Vehicles must park wholly within marked bays or risk penalty.
📌 Expert Tips
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Overflow Strategy: If full, use Pool Bank or Jackson Lane lots for additional free spaces.
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Trail Link-Up: Park here for easy access to both Middlewood Way and the Gritstone Trail.
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Weather Warning: The surface can puddle in winter—choose central bays to avoid waterlogging.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Cheshire East Council will review charging proposals for previously free town car parks; Bollington consulted separately.
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2026: Possible installation of up to 4 EV charging bays at Pool Bank Car Park as part of borough-wide electric vehicle strategy.
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