🚗 Furzton Lake Shirwell Crescent Car Park – Comprehensive Furzton Parking Guide
Free for up to 2 hours at Furzton Lake’s Shirwell Crescent – pay & display thereafter. Close to lakeside trails, café & accessible facilities.
🚗 Type: Pay & Display Public Car Park
🕒 Open: 24/7 (ANPR enforcement)
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (Google Reviews aggregated for Furzton Lake car parks)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 2 hours: Free
Up to 5 hours: £4.00
Up to 8 hours: £8.00
Up to 24 hours: £15.00
Payment: RingGo app, on-site pay machines (cash & card)
Enforcement: Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR); parking charge notices £50 (reduced to £25 if paid within 14 days) The Parks Trust
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~25 |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Moderate (lampposts throughout) |
| Security | ANPR enforcement, occasional CCTV patrol |
| Height Limit | 1.9 m barrier |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: 4 designated bays (level surface)
Nearest Adapted Parking: The Italian Sul Lago car park (accessible bays, height barrier 1.8 m) The Parks Trust
Drop-Off Zone: Directly outside entrance
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
The Italian Sul Lago (2 x 7 kW chargers; £7.50/30 min) PlugShare
V4 Watling St (Pod Point, 4 x 22 kW) – 5-min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7–9 AM | 50 % | Early walkers, anglers |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 70 % | Joggers, cyclists |
| Saturdays 12–4 PM | 90 % | Families, tourists |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 20 % | Café visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive by 8 AM on weekends for guaranteed free‐stay spots.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Furzton Lake shoreline | 1 min | Immediate lakeside access |
| The Italian Sul Lago café | 3 min | Lakeside dining & toilets |
| Hungry Horse pub | 5 min | Pub fare & rest facilities |
| Furzton District Centre | 8 min | Tesco Express, ATM, pharmacy |
| Shenley Brook End shops | 12 min | Additional retail & services |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: The Italian Sul Lago (during opening hours)
ATM: Tesco Express (Shirwell Cres. & Chaffron Way)
Pharmacy: Boots (Furzton District Centre)
Food Options
The Italian Sul Lago (3 min walk) – lakeside bistro
Hungry Horse (5 min walk) – pub classics
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Italian Sul Lago car park | 3 min | Up to 2 h free; then P&D | 24 h | On-site café, EV charging |
| Lynmouth Crescent car park | 6 min | Free (no limit) | Unlimited | Less busy, scenic outlook |
| On-street parking (Chaffron Way) | 4 min | Free after 6 PM | 2 h max | Evening access |
⚠️ Important Notices
Parking charges apply immediately after 2 h free period.
Ensure payment via RingGo to avoid £50 PCN (£25 if within 14 days).
Stay only for park users; misuse may lead to permit cancellation. MKAA
📌 Expert Tips
Early Bird: Arrive by 8 AM for free spots under 2 h.
Anglers & Members: MKAA annual permit (£24 / year) secures unlimited access (register via RingGo).
EV Hack: Use Italian Sul Lago chargers if you arrive electric.
Off-Peak Runs: Sundays after 4 PM have low occupancy.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Proposal for 4 x EV bays at Shirwell Crescent (Parks Trust consultation)
2026: Replacement of height barrier and resurfacing planned
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