๐ Hengrove Park Car Park โ The Complete Ashford (Middlesex) Parking Guide
Hengrove Park โ secure pay & display, free evenings & Sundays, adjacent to Station Crescent & recreational fields.
๐ Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Spelthorne Borough Council)
๐ Open: Enforcement 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free evenings (18:00โ08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
๐ Rating: N/A (council-run facility)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (MonโSat, 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 30 min: ยฃ0.60
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.20
Up to 2 h: ยฃ2.20
Up to 4 h (max stay): ยฃ3.80
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless card)
Pay-by-App: RingGo (zone code 94420)
Resident Permits: Zone HP permit ยฃ55 / year (unlimited stays during enforcement hours)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit ยฃ11 (valid any enforcement day)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 65 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 2 extra-wide bays by pedestrian exit |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear bay lining (repainted 2023) |
| Lighting | LED bollard lights on perimeter (08:00โ18:00 hours) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV coverage; periodic council patrols |
| Signage | Zone map & tariff board at entrance |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Four bays nearest machinesโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in adjacent to pay machine for quick set-down
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to Station Crescent pavement
Pathways: Smooth 2 m-wide route to park entrance and recreation grounds
๐ EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility study for 2ร7 kW chargers in northwest corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
Ashford Station Car Park: 4ร7 kW units, 7 min walk
Stanwell Moor Road: 2ร22 kW rapid, 5 min drive
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 75 % | Commuters & local shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 55 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 65 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 09:00โ13:00 | 80 % | Weekend park users |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 30 % | Leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 16:00 for free evening stayโideal for evening sports fixtures.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Station Crescent Recreation Ground | 1 min | Sports pitches, playground & community events |
| Ashford Station | 8 min | South Western Railway & bus interchange |
| Bus Stop (Routes 222, 290) | Adjacent | Frequent links to Heathrow, Staines & Feltham |
| Stanwell Village Centre | 5 min | Shops, cafรฉs & public amenities |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Recreation Ground pavilion (open hours)
ATM: NatWest (Station Crescent, 6 min walk)
Pharmacy: Boots (Ashford High Street, 8 min walk)
Food & Drink
Park Cafรฉ (adjacent): Coffee & light bites
The Kingโs Head (5 min): Pub dining & local ales
Stanwell Moor News (5 min): Hot drinks & snacks
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford Station MSCP | 7 min | ยฃ1.00/hr; ยฃ5 day | EV charging & covered bays |
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone HP) | Adjacent | ยฃ0.20/20 min; 2 h max | Short-stay flexibility via app |
| Stanwell Moor Road CP | 5 min dr | ยฃ0.50/hr; ยฃ3 day | Rapid EV chargers on site |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat by council officers; CCTV evenings/Sundays
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles may be towed at ownerโs expense
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Commuter Saver: Weekly permit (ยฃ11) is cost-effective for daily rail travel.
Blue Badge Holders: Display badge for free stayโno time limit within enforcement hours.
Evening Leisure: Free after 18:00โperfect for community events or park walks.
Weather Alert: Eastern bays can pond in heavy rainโopt for western rows near entrance.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Install on-site 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 council land (ref: SBC/PLN/2024/1028)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Jan 2026
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