? Type: Public Rail Station Surface & Multi-Storey Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: APCOA Parking UK Ltd.
? Open: 24 hours daily (barrier entry/exit)
? Rating: 4.2/5 (average user reviews)
? Pricing & Permits
Daily Max (Mon–Fri): £8.90
Weekend Rate (Sat–Sun): £6.20 per day
Weekly Pass: £44.50 (unlimited in/out)
Monthly Pass: From £97.08
Quarterly Pass: £400
Payment: Pay & Display machines (coins, card/contactless), APCOA Connect app, ScanPay QR code
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking; register badge via APCOA Blue Badge Portal and display badge
Future Changes: Introduction of dynamic off-peak weekend pricing pilot (2025 Q3)
? 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) |
♿ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 Blue Badge bays near station entrance
Accessible Routes: Step-free access via ramps and lifts to all platforms
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby by barrier exit for quick unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: 8×7 kW Type 2 bays; pre-book via APCOA Connect
Nearest Rapid Chargers:
Waterside Car Park (Harbourside) – 4×50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO (3 min walk)
Cabot Circus MSCP – 6×22 kW Pod Point (5 min walk)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (07–09) | ~95 % | Commuters & business travelers |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50 % | Shoppers & café visitors |
| Weekday Evenings (17–19) | ~60 % | Return-journey commuters |
| Weekends (10–14) | ~70 % | Leisure visitors & families |
Pro Tip: Pre-book a weekly pass if you commute ≥4 days/week to secure savings versus daily rates.*
? 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 |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: ANPR ensures payment compliance; PCNs issued for unpaid stays
Overnight Parking: Permitted—barriers remain open; park at own risk outside maintenance window (02:00–04:00)
Barrier Access: Retain ticket or app session to exit smoothly
? Expert Tips
ScanPay Hack: Use ScanPay QR codes to pay instantly without registration.
Evening Saver: Benefit from lower weekend rates if your stay spans Sat–Sun.
Badge Convenience: Register once on the APCOA Blue Badge Portal to skip future paperwork.
? Future Developments
2025 Q3: Live occupancy sensor rollout integrated into the APCOA app.
2026+: Expansion of EV charging bays to 16 under solar canopies in Phase 2.
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