๐ Hatchet Road Car Park โ Bristol Parkway Station Parking Guide
Convenient 24/7 parking at Bristol Parkway Station โ ideal for rail commuters, airport travelers & station visitors. Pre-book or pay-on-arrival for guaranteed space.
๐ Type: Public Rail Station Surface & Multi-Storey Car Park
๐๏ธ Jurisdiction: APCOA Parking UK Ltd.
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (barrier entry/exit)
๐ Rating: 4.2/5 (average user reviews)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
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Daily Max (MonโFri): ยฃ8.90
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Weekend Rate (SatโSun): ยฃ6.20 per day
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Weekly Pass: ยฃ44.50 (unlimited in/out)
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Monthly Pass: From ยฃ97.08
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Quarterly Pass: ยฃ400
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Payment: Pay & Display machines (coins, card/contactless), APCOA Connect app, ScanPay QR code
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Blue Badge Holders: Free parking; register badge via APCOA Blue Badge Portal and display badge
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Future Changes: Introduction of dynamic off-peak weekend pricing pilot (2025 Q3)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 1,883 (surface & multi-storey combined) |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked Blue Badge bays |
| EV Charging Bays | 8 Type 2 chargers (7 kW) |
| Surface | Mixed tarmac & concrete; clear bay markings |
| Lighting | Full LED floodlighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV, barrier control & APCOA patrols |
| Height Limit | 2.20 m clearance (signage at entry) |
โฟ Accessibility
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Designated Bays: 4 Blue Badge bays near station entrance
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Accessible Routes: Step-free access via ramps and lifts to all platforms
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Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby by barrier exit for quick unloading
๐ EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: 8ร7 kW Type 2 bays; pre-book via APCOA Connect
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Nearest Rapid Chargers:
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Waterside Car Park (Harbourside) โ 4ร50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO (3 min walk)
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Cabot Circus MSCP โ 6ร22 kW Pod Point (5 min walk)
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๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (07โ09) | ~95 % | Commuters & business travelers |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50 % | Shoppers & cafรฉ visitors |
| Weekday Evenings (17โ19) | ~60 % | Return-journey commuters |
| Weekends (10โ14) | ~70 % | Leisure visitors & families |
Pro Tip: Pre-book a weekly pass if you commute โฅ4 days/week to secure savings versus daily rates.*
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Parkway Station Hubs | On-site | Direct access to Great Western Rail & airport coaches |
| UWE & MOD Abbey Wood | 10 min | University campus & research facilities |
| Cribbs Causeway Shopping | 12 min | Retail outlets, restaurants & EV charging |
| Patchway & Filton Abbey Wood | 8 min | Additional rail links & park-and-rides |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
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Enforcement: ANPR ensures payment compliance; PCNs issued for unpaid stays
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Overnight Parking: Permittedโbarriers remain open; park at own risk outside maintenance window (02:00โ04:00)
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Barrier Access: Retain ticket or app session to exit smoothly
๐ Expert Tips
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ScanPay Hack: Use ScanPay QR codes to pay instantly without registration.
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Evening Saver: Benefit from lower weekend rates if your stay spans SatโSun.
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Badge Convenience: Register once on the APCOA Blue Badge Portal to skip future paperwork.
๐ฎ Future Developments
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2025 Q3: Live occupancy sensor rollout integrated into the APCOA app.
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2026+: Expansion of EV charging bays to 16 under solar canopies in Phase 2.
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