🚗 Glasshouse Car Park – Congleton Road, Macclesfield SK10 4TG
Secure ANPR-managed parking at The Glasshouse, Alderley Park – on-site visitor bays, easy app-based payment & direct access to offices, gym and café.
🚗 Type: Private ANPR-Controlled Surface Car Park (Bruntwood/Glasshouse)
🕒 Open: 06:00–20:00 Mon–Fri (access outside these hours by prior arrangement with reception)
🌟 Rating: N/A (controlled-access site valued by tenants for proximity and security)
💰 Pricing & Permits
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Visitor Parking: Pay on departure via ECP Park Buddy app or pay machines (card only; no cash).
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Typical Rates: From £1.50 per hour (billed in 15-minute increments); daily cap ~£12.50.
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Tenants & Members: Permits and season passes available through Bruntwood portal.
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Blue-Badge Holders: Free parking in any bay with displayed badge (register badge number via reception).
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~120 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | High-mast LED lighting across site |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV; on-site security patrols |
| Barrier System | ANPR entry/exit (no physical barrier) |
| Height Restriction | None (vans and estate cars accommodated) |
♿ Accessibility
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Disabled Access: Four marked bays closest to reception; ramped pedestrian routes to all facilities.
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Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby at main entrance for passenger unloading (up to 10 min).
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Pedestrian Links: Direct covered walkways to The Glasshouse lobby, gym and café.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None in Car Park 7; visitors may use Car Park 1 chargers (4×7 kW) – 3-min walk.
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Nearest Rapid Chargers: Car Park 20 (2×22 kW) – 5-min walk.
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | ~85 % | Office staff & early visitors |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | ~60 % | Gym members & café patrons |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~75 % | Evening events & meetings |
Pro Tip: Pre-book your bay in the Bruntwood portal for guaranteed access during weekday peaks.
🚶 Walkability Score
(All walk times from Car Park entrance)
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Glasshouse Reception | 1 min | Visitor check-in & wayfinding |
| Café & Bistro | 2 min | Coffee, lunch and meeting facilities |
| Gym & Wellbeing Studio | 3 min | On-site fitness and wellness classes |
| Meeting Rooms Atrium | 1 min | Flexible event and collaboration spaces |
| Alderley Park Gate | 5 min | Access to walking/jogging trails and lake |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
On-Site:
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The Glasshouse Café & Bistro: All-day menu and barista coffee
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140 Broadway Restaurant & Bar: Modern British dining
Adjacent (Alderley Park):
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Spinneys Express Store: Convenience groceries
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Monica’s Deli: Fresh sandwiches & salads
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Park gates: Access to lakes, running trails & gym
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car Park 1 (Alderley Park MSCP) | 0.1 mi | Same app rates | 24 h | On-site EV charging & covered bays |
| Public On-Street (Congleton Rd) | Adjacent | Council tariff | 4 h max | Cheapest short-stay (50 p/30 min) |
| Holmes Chapel Station Car Park | 2 mi | £3/day | 24 h | Park-and-ride to Manchester trains |
⚠️ Important Notices
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App Required: Payment via ECP Park Buddy app or on-site machines—no cash accepted.
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Enforcement: ANPR monitors entry/exit; unpaid or over-time stays incur £70 PCN.
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Access Hours: Out-of-hours access by arrangement—unauthorised out-of-hours stays may be locked in.
📌 Expert Tips
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App Alerts: Enable push notifications in Park Buddy to track your parking duration.
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Season Pass Hack: Tenants benefit from discounted unlimited monthly permits via Bruntwood portal.
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Blue-Badge Holders: Register badge with reception ahead of arrival for instant free parking.
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Meeting Day Strategy: Book meeting rooms and parking simultaneously in the Glasshouse booking system.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025 Q3: Installation of solar-powered ANPR cameras for improved recognition accuracy.
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2026: Proposal to add 10 dedicated EV charging bays adjacent to the main reception.
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