🚗 Congleton Station Car Park – The Complete Congleton Rail Parking Guide
Secure your spot at Congleton Station – 35 marked bays, £2 for up to 2 hrs or just £3 all day, 24/7 ANPR enforcement & step-free access to platforms.
🚗 Type: Private Station Surface Car Park (Northern-operated)
🕒 Open: 24 hours daily (entry via Park Lane; exit at any time)
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (rail-user feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 2 hrs (no return): £2.00
All-day (00:00–23:59): £3.00
Season Ticket: Annual permit available via Northern Rail website
Payment: On-site machines (coins & card)
Enforcement: ANPR; Penalty Charge £70 (reduced if paid promptly)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 35 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Lampposts throughout |
| Security | ANPR cameras & periodic patrols |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Accessible Bays: 3 marked bays near station entrance
Drop-Off Point: Lay-by on Park Lane for quick unloading
Access: Step-free routes to all platforms via nearby ramp
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Riverside Car Park (12 × 7 kW) – 10 min walk
Cattle Market Car Park (6 × 7 kW) – 8 min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 06:30–09:30 | 90 % | Morning commuters |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Midday travellers |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 70 % | Leisure users |
| Evenings after 18:00 | 30 % | Late returns |
Pro Tip: Arrive by 06:30 on weekdays for a guaranteed bay close to the entrance.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Congleton Station Platforms | 1 min | Direct step-free access |
| High Town Bus Stops | 2 min | Local & regional bus routes |
| Market Square (Town Centre) | 6 min | Shops, cafés & public toilets |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Toilets: Station building (ticket holders)
ATM: Nationwide at High Town
Pharmacy: Boots at High Town
Café: Coffee Cabin on station forecourt
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle Market Car Park | 8 min | £3.50/day | 24 h | EV charging & barrier entry |
| Riverside Car Park | 10 min | £1.20/hr; £6/day | 24 h | Larger capacity near town centre |
| On-Street High Street Bays | 5 min | £1.00/hr; 2 hr max | 2 hr | Cheapest short-stay option |
⚠️ Important Notices
Charges enforce 24 hours; unpaid stays incur PCNs immediately.
ANPR records both entry and payment time—ensure accurate plate entry.
Short-stay tickets carry a “no return within 2 hrs” rule.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Consultation on adding 4 × 7 kW EV bays in an overflow area.
2026: Plans to upgrade lighting and CCTV under station redevelopment.
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