? Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
? Open: 08:00 – 18:00 Mon–Sat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
? Rating: 4.0/5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff:
Up to 1 h: £1.00
1–2 h: £2.00
2–4 h: £3.50
All-day (4+ h): £4.50
Payment: Pay & Display machines (card/contactless) or RingGo app (Zone ID: 3921)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 h (display badge & register via RingGo)
Permits: No resident permits; short-stay only
Future Changes: Council reviewing extended evening free-parking pilot
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~45 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked Blue Badge bays near entrance |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with painted bay markings |
| Lighting | LED street-lamp coverage |
| Security | CCTV in vicinity & periodic council patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 accessible bays at the car park entrance
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings; level paths to Commercial Road amenities
Drop-Off Zone: Layby immediately outside for quick unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Morrisons Hazel Grove (SK7 4PS) – 2×7 kW Pod Point units (5 min walk)
Tesco P&R (SK7 4RA) – rapid chargers available (7 min walk)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (08–10) | ~80 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~60 % | Café visitors & errands |
| Saturdays (10–14:00) | ~90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Evenings & Sundays | ~20 % | Local leisure visits |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 AM on Saturdays for easiest access to high-demand bays.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Hazel Grove High Street | 2 min | Shops, cafés & public conveniences |
| Hazel Grove Bus Interchange | 3 min | Frequent bus services throughout area |
| Bramhall Park | 10 min | Green space & children’s play area |
| Stockport Golf Club | 8 min | Leisure facilities & clubhouse |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol Mon–Sat; PCNs issued for non-payment or overstay
Overnight Parking: Not permitted—park at own risk outside hours
Surface Warning: Painted bay lines may be slippery when wet—drive with care
? Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Use RingGo auto top-up to extend your stay in-app without returning to your vehicle.
Badge Convenience: Blue Badge holders avoid all charges—register badge once via RingGo.
Market Day: Park here for easy access to the Saturday farmers’ market on Commercial Road.
? Future Developments
2025: Stockport Council piloting smart-sensor occupancy displays in RingGo.
2026+: Feasibility study for on-street EV charging posts in Hazel Grove town centre.
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