🚗 Furrowfields Road North Car Park – Chatteris Free 24-Hour Off-Street Parking & Town Centre Access Guide
Unlimited free parking at Furrowfields Road North in Chatteris – perfect for town centre errands, library visits & community events, with easy access to recreation grounds and rail links.
🚗 Type: Free Public Off-Street Car Park (Fenland District Council)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (unmanned)
🌟 Rating: Not rated (council-operated)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Cost | Payment | Max Stay | Blue Badge Holders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Not required | 24 hours | No display needed |
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No charges, no machines, no time restrictions beyond the 24-hour maximum.
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Unlimited return; park as long as needed within the 24-hour window.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 38 (+ 1 disabled bay) |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Lighting | Perimeter streetlights |
| Security | Open-air, no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans/trailers) |
♿ Accessibility
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Disabled Bays: 1 marked at the entrance.
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Nearest Adapted Parking: Furrowfields Road South Car Park (0.1 mi, 66 spaces + 4 bays).
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Drop-Off Zone: Street frontage immediately outside the car park.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None.
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Nearest Options:
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March Tesco Extra (Pod Point): 7 kW chargers – approx. 7 mi via B1040.
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March Sainsbury’s Smart Charge: Ultra-rapid bays – approx. 7 mi.
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📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 8–10 AM | 50 % | Commuters & school runs |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 30 % | Library & café visitors |
| Saturdays 10 AM–4 PM | 70 % | Shoppers & event goers |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 10 % | Recreation users |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 9 AM on weekdays for guaranteed spaces; on weekends, early arrival avoids midday rush.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Town Centre | 8 min | Shops, cafés, post office |
| Chatteris Library & Community Hub | 5 min | Toilets, meeting rooms |
| Recreation Ground & Play Area | 3 min | Open space & children’s play equipment |
| Chatteris Railway Station | 12 min | Services to Cambridge & Peterborough |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
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Public toilets: Library (5 min)
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ATM: Post Office on Market Hill (8 min)
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Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 8 min)
Food & Drink
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The Portreeve Inn (6 min): Traditional pub fare
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The Courtyard Café (7 min): Home-baked treats & light lunches
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furrowfields Road South | 0.1 mi | Free | 24 hrs | More spaces & extra disabled bays |
| Church Lane Car Park | 0.2 mi | Free | 24 hrs | Central location |
| Meadow Lane (next to rec ground) | 0.3 mi | Free | 4 hrs in any 6 hr | Ideal for short visits |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Event Closures: May be closed for Feast Week (July) and town fairs—signage posted in advance.
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Surface Maintenance: Quarterly inspections; next resurfacing due September 2025.
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Enforcement: Off-street parking orders apply—vehicles must park wholly within marked bays.
📌 Expert Tips
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Overflow Hack: If full, switch to the South car park for 66 more spaces.
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Library Visit: Combine parking here with a trip to the Library & Community Hub—rest facilities and accessible toilets.
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Weather Watch: In heavy rain, use the central bays to avoid minor pooling at edges.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Fenland District Council plans lighting upgrades and new entry rumble strips to improve safety.
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2026: Consultation underway for adding up to 4 EV charging bays at the South car park.
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