๐ Garvin Avenue Car Park โ Complete Beaconsfield Parking Guide
Affordable parking on Garvin Avenue, Beaconsfield โ just a 7-minute walk to the station, free for residents, with EV charging nearby and step-free access.
๐ Type: Private Open-Air Unmanaged Lot
๐ Open: 24/7
๐ Rating: โ (No public reviews)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
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Cost: Free for all users (no pay-and-display machines)
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Permits: Subject to Beaconsfield Residentsโ Parking Scheme (Zone B permit required MonโSat 9 amโ5 pm; enforcement by Buckinghamshire Council) Buckinghamshire Council
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Payment: Not required
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~20 (unmarked, unallocated) |
| Surface | Gravel/tarmac mix, mildly uneven |
| Lighting | Single lamppost at entrance |
| Security | No CCTV; occasional community patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans) |
โฟ Accessibility
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Disabled Access: Level entrance, no marked bays
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Nearest Adapted Bays: Maxwell Place Multistorey Car Park (5 blue-badge bays, 5 min walk) Buckinghamshire Council
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Drop-Off Zone: Directly outside lot entrance (kerbside)
๐ EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None
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Nearest Options:
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Pod Point, Sainsburyโs Beaconsfield (7 kW Type 2, free for 2 hours with parking) We Power Your Car
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BP Pulse, Beaconsfield Station (4ร50 kW, pay-as-you-go; 10 min walk)
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๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7โ9 AM | 95 % | Commuters |
| Weekdays 12โ2 PM | 70 % | Shoppers |
| Saturdays 10 AMโ4 PM | 100 % | Town visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 40 % | Residents/Nightlife |
Pro Tip: If full, try Maxwell Place Multistorey (165 spaces) Buckinghamshire Council
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Beaconsfield Station | 7 min | Direct trains to London Marylebone |
| Town Centre (High St) | 5 min | Shops, cafรฉs & banking |
| Bekonscot Model Village | 8 min | Family-friendly attraction |
| Sainsburyโs Superstore | 4 min | Groceries & Pod Point EV charging |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials
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Public toilets: Town Hall Car Park (6 min walk)
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ATM: Post Office (Kingโs Head Walk, 5 min)
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Pharmacy: Boots (High St, 5 min)
Food & Drink
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The Cinnamon Lounge (3 min): Contemporary cafรฉ
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The Royal Standard of England (10 min): Historic pub fare
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Bekonscot Tearoom (8 min): Village-style treats
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell Place Multistorey | 5 min | ยฃ1.80/hr, ยฃ8.20โ12 h; Sun ยฃ1.70 all day | 12 h | Covered, CCTV Buckinghamshire Council |
| Altons Car Park (Burkes Rd) | 6 min | ยฃ1.80โยฃ8.20 MonโSat; Sun ยฃ1.70 | 12 h | 5 disabled bays Buckinghamshire Council |
| Sainsburyโs Surface Lot | 4 min | Free (3 h max) | 3 h | EV charging, shopping |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
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Resident Zone Enforcement: MonโSat 9 amโ5 pm (permit required)
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Event Days: High street road closures during town festivals (April & September)
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Maintenance: Annual surface grading (next due March 2026)
๐ Expert Tips
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Early Bird: Arrive by 8 AM on weekdays for easy commuter parking
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Station Hack: Park here + walk to station to save on station car park fees
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Rain Alert: Eastern edge can puddle after heavy rainโstick to centre
๐ฎ Future Developments
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2025: Buckinghamshire Council pilot EV chargers in three off-street lots (site selection Q2 2025)
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2026: Potential installation of digital wayfinding signage across town car parks
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