? Type: Private Campus Surface Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: Wellcome Sanger Institute (genome campus management)
? Open: 07:00 – 19:00 Mon–Fri (closed weekends & bank holidays)
? Rating: N/A (staff-only facility)
? Pricing & Permits
Staff Permit: Annual permit issued via HR; display parking card at all times
Visitor Permit: Daily permit (£2.00/day) obtained at Security Lodge on arrival
Enforcement: ANPR enforces permit compliance; unauthorized vehicles ticketed
Future Changes: Transition to digital QR-code permits Q4 2025
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~200 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 8 designated Blue Badge bays near main reception |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with clear bay markings |
| Lighting | LED floodlights covering all areas |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV, barrier-controlled entry, on-site security patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Accessible Bays: 8 bays adjacent to main building entrance
Accessible Routes: Level walkways from car park to lobby; tactile paving at crossings
Drop-Off Zone: Covered layby by Security Lodge for quick unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: 4×7 kW Type 2 chargers (staff pre-book via intranet)
Nearest Rapid Chargers:
Sawston Park & Ride: 8×7 kW Pod Point units (4 mi / 10 min drive)
Cambridge Station NCP: 6×22 kW GeniePoint units (8 mi / 20 min drive)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (07–09) | ~90 % | Staff arrivals & visitor check-ins |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~60 % | Cafeteria visitors & campus tours |
| Weekday Afternoons (16–18) | ~85 % | Staff departures & end-of-day meetings |
Pro Tip: Staff arriving before 07:30 secure bays closest to the main reception; visitor bays fill by 09:00.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Main Campus Reception | On-site | Security, visitor centre & café |
| Wellcome Sanger Institute Café | 2 min | Coffee, snacks & informal meeting space |
| Hinxton Village Centre | 15 min | Local shops, pub & post office |
| Cambridge South Station (future) | N/A | Rail link (estimated 2026 opening) |
⚠️ Important Notices
Weekend Parking: Car Park A closed; see signage for weekend overflow at Car Park B
Permit Renewal: Annual permits renew each April; expired permits incur PCNs
Barrier Access: Ensure permit card is visible on dashboard to avoid barrier rejection
? Expert Tips
Digital Permit Hack: From Q4 2025, use QR-code permits on your smartphone to bypass card scanning.
EV Charging: Book your slot via the staff intranet 24 h in advance to guarantee charger availability.
? Future Developments
Q3 2025: Deployment of real-time bay-availability displays on campus intranet.
2026+: Feasibility study for expanding EV charging bays to 12 under solar-panel canopies.
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