Type: Multi-storey / Surface Pay & Display (Oxford City Council)
Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week (barrier-controlled on upper decks)
Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 (visitor feedback)
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £2.20 | Minimum 15-minute session |
| 1–2 hours | £4.40 | |
| 2–3 hours | £6.60 | |
| 3–4 hours | £8.80 | |
| 4–24 hours | £12.00 | Flat daily rate |
| Evening (18:00–08:00) | £4.00 | Flat overnight/evening rate |
| Sunday All Day | £4.00 | Flat Sunday rate |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock; register at pay machine for extension |
| Return Restriction | No return within 1 h of exit during paid period |
Payment Methods: On-site pay machines (coins, card, contactless) or RingGo app for ticketless payment.
Season Permits: Monthly and annual permits available via Oxford City Council for residents and businesses.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 350 spaces (surface + two deck levels) |
| Disabled Bays | 12 bays on surface level near entrance |
| EV Charging Points | 8 bays (4×rapid 50 kW; 4×fast 7 kW) |
| Surface | Tarmac with clear bay markings; concrete decks above |
| Lighting | Full LED lighting throughout |
| Security | CCTV cameras, barrier control, regular patrols |
| Height Restriction | 2.0 m on upper decks |
Blue Badge Bays: 12 surface-level bays; free up to 3 h with badge + clock.
Drop-off Zone: Short-stay lay-by at entrance for 10 min loading/unloading.
Step-Free Access: Ramps and lifts from surface to deck; level walk to buses and pedestrian routes.
On-Site Charging: 8 dedicated bays; payment via Pod Point or app.
Nearest Additional: None closer than on-site; chargers available 24/7.
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 95% | Commuters, market traders |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 70% | City centre shoppers |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 90% | Return commuters, evening diners |
| Saturdays 10:00–16:00 | 85% | Weekend visitors, market shoppers |
| Sundays | 60% | Leisure visitors, churchgoers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 for guaranteed space or park after 18:00 for the evening rate.
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Green Bus Station | <1 min | Buses to airports, city suburbs |
| Covered Market | 2 min | Historic stalls, cafés & fresh produce |
| Oxford City Centre (High St) | 5 min | Shops, restaurants & museums |
| Westgate Shopping Centre | 7 min | Retail, cinema & rooftop terrace |
| Oxford Railway Station | 10 min | Rail links to London, Birmingham, beyond |
ATM: NatWest & Barclays in Covered Market (2 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 5 min)
Food & Drink:
G&D’s Ice Cream (market corner)
Bodenhams Brasserie (Green Place)
Various market cafés
Public Toilets: In bus station and Covered Market (accessible during market hours)
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Multi-Storey | 0.3 mi | £2.50/hr; £12/day | 24 h | Covered, EV charging |
| Oxpens Car Park | 0.4 mi | £1.20/hr; £6/day | 24 h | Cheaper short-stay |
| Redbridge Park & Ride | 2 mi | £2.20/day | 24 h | Free bus to city centre |
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; PCNs for non-payment/overstay.
Barrier Control: Upper decks barrier lifts only after payment; failure to pay prevents exit.
Market Days: Extra demand on Tue/Sat mornings; consider early arrival or Oxpens alternative.
Evening Saver: Park after 18:00 to take advantage of the £4 evening flat rate.
Blue Badge Hack: Use RingGo’s “Blue Badge user” option to seamlessly validate free stay.
Market Traders: Pre-book a season permit for daily market days to secure a reserved bay.
2025: Oxford City Council exploring installation of 4 rapid-charge (150 kW) EV bays.
2026: Proposal to trial ANPR pay-by-plate for frictionless barrierless entry/exit.
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