🚗 Golden Square Underground Car Park – The Complete Warrington Town Centre Parking Guide
Covered subterranean parking at Golden Square – low daytime tariffs, free evenings & Sundays, just steps from shops, station & entertainment.
🚗 Type: Covered Subterranean Pay & Display (ANPR-managed)
🕒 Open:
Monday–Saturday: 06:00–00:00
Sunday: 09:00–00:00
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (shopper & visitor reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
1 Hour: £1.00
2 Hours: £1.50
4 Hours: £2.20
Max Mon–Sat: £5.50
Thursday (in after 16:00): Free
Sunday: Free
Payment: Pay machines (cash only) or validate ticket at Customer Information Desk (card/contactless)
Enforcement: ANPR; lost ticket fee £5.50; penalty charge £70 (discounted rate available)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 293 |
| Surface | Reinforced concrete decks |
| Lighting | Full LED coverage |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV surveillance, ANPR enforcement |
| Height Limit | 2.21 m barrier |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: Marked on every level (take badge to Customer Info to validate free stay)
Level Access: Lifts & ramps directly to shopping levels
Drop-Off Zone: Ground-floor entrance drop-off area
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Station Square Car Park (4 × 22 kW BP Pulse) – 3-min walk
Sainsbury’s Central Warrington (Pod Point – 2 × 7 kW) – 5-min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | 80 % | Early shoppers & commuters |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Lunchtime visitors |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 95 % | Weekend leisure users |
| Evenings after 18:00 | 20 % | Cinema & dining crowd |
Pro Tip: Visit after 16:00 on Thursdays or any time on Sundays for free parking.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Square Shopping Centre | On-site | Direct lift access to all levels |
| Warrington Central Station | 2 min | Trains to Liverpool & Manchester |
| Pyramid Arts Centre | 3 min | Galleries, theatre & café |
| Markets Quarter (bars & eateries) | 4 min | Riverside dining & nightlife |
| Cultural Quarter (museum & hall) | 5 min | Parr Hall & Warrington Museum |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Customer Information Desk & Centre concourse
ATM: Barclays & NatWest in Centre
Pharmacy: Boots (upper mall)
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee: Centre concourse
Wagamama: Upper mall
Five Guys: Lower mall
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Way Multi-Storey | 3 min walk | Same tariff; free after 18:00 Mon–Sat | 24 h | Covered, larger capacity (600 spaces) |
| Bank Quay NCP Car Park | 10 min walk | £6.00 / day | 24 h | All-day security, blue badge bays |
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone A) | 1 min walk | £1.20 / hr; 2 h max free after 16:00 | 2 h | Cheapest short-stay option |
⚠️ Important Notices
Car park closes to new entrants at closing times but remains open until midnight.
Lost tickets incur a £5.50 fee.
Blue Badge holders still must validate a free ticket at Customer Information.
📌 Expert Tips
Shop & Dine: Combine shopping with an evening meal—free parking after 18:00 Mon–Sat.
Market Day: Use Sunday free parking for the town’s markets without charge.
Commuter Edge: Arrive before 09:00 on weekdays to beat the rush and grab a spot near the lifts.
EV Visitors: Charge at Station Square before shopping to avoid mid-trip detours.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Plans to install 4 × 7 kW EV charge points in the car park (subject to council approval).
2026: Upgraded ticket machines to accept card at entry and exit, plus LED lighting retrofit.
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