
Enjoy free 24/7 parking at PL14 6EG โ a short stroll from Liskeardโs shops, station & town centre amenities.
๐ Type: Free Public Car Park
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (no enforced hours)
๐ Rating: 4.0 / 5 (local visitor feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no pay-and-display ticket or permit required)
Enforcement: Informal; occasional patrols by Cornwall Council Parking Team
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~30 (unmarked bays) |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Limited (entrance only) |
| Security | No CCTV; occasional council patrols |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level surface but no marked bays
Nearest Adapted Parking: Cattle Market Car Park (6 marked bays, PL14 4BA) โ 5 min walk
Drop-Off Zone: Street-level space immediately outside
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Westbourne Car Park (4 ร 7 kW BP Pulse) โ 5 min walk
Riverside Car Park (12 ร 7 kW BP Pulse) โ 8 min walk
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 70 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 90 % | Market & leisure users |
| Evenings after 18:00 | 40 % | Local residents |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 AM on weekdays or 10:00 AM on Saturdays to secure a central space.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Liskeard High Street | 2 min | Retail, cafรฉs & pubs |
| Liskeard Railway Station | 6 min | Regular services to Plymouth & London |
| Public Toilets (Town Hall) | 3 min | Free facilities |
| Co-op Foodstore | 4 min | Groceries & ATM |
| Castle Park | 7 min | Green space & childrenโs play area |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Toilets: Town Hall & Castle Park
ATM: NatWest (High Street)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street)
Food & Drink
The Fogou Cafรฉ (3 min): Local coffee & pastries
The Railway Tavern (5 min): Pub fare & real ales
Greggs (4 min): Fast bites
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Car Park | 5 min | ยฃ1.10โยฃ6.30 (9โ16h) | 24 h | EV charging, covered ticket bays |
| Cattle Market Car Park | 5 min | ยฃ1.20โยฃ8.80 (1โ24h) | 24 h | Marked bays, Blue Badge spaces |
| On-Street Bays (Town Centre) | 2 min | Free after 16:00 | 2 h max | Short-stay flexibility evenings |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
All-day free parking but please park consideratelyโavoid blocking private drives.
No overnight camping or vehicle storage.
Cornwall Council may undertake occasional enforcement patrols.
๐ Expert Tips
Market Day: Swap to Westbourne if fullโticketed bays free after 16:00.
Blue Badge Holders: Obtain free ticket at Cattle Market for formal bays.
EV Visitors: Charge before arrival at Westbourne or Riverside sites.
Quiet Hours: After 18:00 weekdays, and Sundays, occupancy dropsโideal for late shopping.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025 Consultation: Cornwall Council reviewing potential installation of 4 ร 7 kW EV bays in town centre.
2026 Works: Planned resurfacing and additional LED lighting for safety.