? Type: Pay-and-Display Surface Car Park (Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead)
? Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
? Accreditation: Regularly patrolled until 21:30 by RBWM enforcement
? Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Mon–Sat 09:00–00:00 | Sun & Bank Holidays | Mon–Sat 00:00–09:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.30 | £4.00 | Free |
| 2 hours | £1.80 | £4.00 | Free |
| 3 hours | £2.50 | £4.00 | Free |
| 4 hours | £4.00 | £4.00 | Free |
| All day (max stay) | £8.00 | £4.00 | Free |
| Evening (19:00–00:00) | £2.00 | — | Free |
Student Permits: Annual (£120) or termly (£45) permits available via Student Services—permit must be displayed on dashboard (does not guarantee a bay).
Visitor Validation: £1–£3 rates with college validation—ask reception for discount code.
Blue Badge Holders: Free in any bay upon display of valid badge (no time limit).
Payment: Coins, contactless at pay machines, RingGo app (Location ID: 37552).
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 112 marked bays |
| Accessible Bays | 2 designated Blue Badge bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Perimeter columns (dusk–dawn) |
| Security | CCTV at entrance; regular patrols until 21:30 |
| Drop-Off Zone | Lay-by on Hawtrey Road adjacent to entrance |
♿ Accessibility
Level Access: Flat route to college reception and Walk & Ride shuttle stops
Adapted Facilities: Pay machines at wheelchair height; wide bays for accessible vehicles
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Windsor Dials Car Park: 0.5 mi (10 min walk), two 7 kW AC chargers
King Edward Court Multi-Storey: 0.6 mi (12 min walk), rapid 50 kW DC bays
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Mon–Fri 08:00–09:30 | ~95 % | Student arrivals & staff |
| Mon–Fri 12:00–14:00 | ~70 % | Midday breaks & visitors |
| Mon–Fri 17:00–19:00 | ~80 % | Evening classes & catch-up |
| Weekends All Day | ~40 % | Weekend courses & community use |
Pro Tip: Permit holders should arrive by 08:00 to secure a bay; visitors benefit from the £2 evening rate after 19:00.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| East Berks College Reception | < 1 min | Immediate access for students & visitors |
| Windsor Dials & Thames Path | 6 min | Riverside strolls & cycleway |
| Windsor Town Centre (High Street) | 8 min | Shops, cafés, public toilets |
| Windsor & Eton Central Station | 10 min | Rail link to London & Reading |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Windsor Guildhall (9 min walk)
ATM: Lloyds (High Street, 8 min walk)
Pharmacy: Boots (Eton Street, 8 min walk)
Food & Drink
College Café: Hot meals & snacks – on-site
The Boatman’s Rest: Pub fare by the river – 6 min walk
Costa Coffee (Peascod Street): Specialty coffee & pastries – 8 min walk
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Dials Car Park | 0.5 mi | £1.00/hr (max £6) | 6 h | Free weekends & evenings, EV bays |
| King Edward Court MSCP | 0.6 mi | £2.20/day | 24 h | Covered, rapid charging, season tickets |
| River Street Pay-and-Display | 0.7 mi | £2.20/hr | 4 h | Central town location |
⚠️ Important Notices
Permit Doesn’t Guarantee Space: Alternative parking may be needed if lot is full—plan to arrive early.
Enforcement: Penalty Charge Notices (£70) for non-payment or overstays; appeals strictly limited.
Validation Codes: Visitor discount codes expire daily—collect from reception before parking.
? Expert Tips
Mixed-Mode Commute: Park here and catch the Walk & Ride shuttle to Windsor & Eton Central to avoid town-centre traffic.
Evening Classes: Use the £2 evening tariff (19:00–00:00) to park for late study sessions.
Blue Badge Advantage: Register online for the council’s exemption and use any bay free of charge.
Market Days: On Saturdays, the lot fills by 09:00; Cheshire Street Car Park (0.4 mi) offers free overflow.
? Future Developments
2025: RBWM to trial ANPR-based permit recognition for seamless entry/exit.
2026: Pending grant funding, installation of four 7 kW EV chargers within the college car park.
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