? Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Cambridgeshire County Council)
? Open: Enforcement 08:00–20:00 Mon–Sat; free evenings (20:00–08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
? Rating: 4.1/5 (Google Reviews)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (Mon–Sat, 08:00–20:00):
Up to 30 min: £0.80
Up to 1 h: £1.60
Up to 2 h: £3.20
Up to 4 h (max stay): £5.00
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless)
RingGo app (zone code 10521)
Resident Permits: Zone SI permit £90 / year (unlimited stays during enforcement)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit £18 (valid any enforcement day)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 4 h—display badge and register at machine
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~60 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 3 marked bays (free for badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 1 extra-wide bay near pay machine |
| Surface | Level tarmac with bay lining refreshed 2023 |
| Lighting | LED bollard lights on perimeter (20:00–08:00 off) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV coverage; periodic council patrols |
| Signage | Zone map & tariff board at entrance |
♿ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Three bays adjacent to pay machine—free with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in beside machine for quick unloading
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to West Street pavement
Pathways: Smooth 2 m-wide route to Market Place and harbour
? EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility study for 2 × 7 kW chargers in northeast corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
St. Ives Station CP: 2 × 7 kW units, 8 min walk
The Plaza MSCP: 4 × 22 kW rapid, 10 min walk
? Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 70 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 75 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 40 % | Leisure & beachgoers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10:00 on weekends to secure a bay; evenings after 20:00 are free.
? Walkability & Local Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| St. Ives Market Place | 2 min | Shops, cafés & weekly market |
| Harbour & Beach | 5 min | Coastal walks & boat tours |
| Bus Stop (West St) | Adjacent | Routes to Cambridge & Ely |
| Tate St Ives | 12 min | Contemporary art galleries |
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plaza MSCP | 10 min | £1.50/hr; £8/day | Rapid EV charging & covered |
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone SI) | Adjacent | £0.40/30 min; 2 h max | Short-stay via RingGo app |
| St. Ives Station CP | 8 min | £0.50/hr; £4/day | EV charging & rail access |
⚠️ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00–20:00 Mon–Sat; off hours CCTV monitoring
Overstay Penalty: £70 PCN (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
? Expert Tips
Blue Badge Holders: Display badge and register at machine for free stay.
Evening Strolls: Park after 20:00 and exit by 08:00 free of charge.
Beach Visits: Arrive before 09:00 in summer to beat the crowds.
Weather Alert: Bays near entrance drain better—avoid northern rows in heavy rain.
? Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Install 2 × 7 kW EV charging bays funded by council grant
2025 Q4: Upgrade pay machines to cashless-only & multilingual interface
2026: Feasibility study for +20 bays on adjacent land (ref: CCC/PLN/2024/1240)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Jan 2026
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