? Type: Surface Free Public Car Park (South Cambridgeshire District Council)
? Open: 24 hours daily
? Rating: 4.3 / 5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no pay-and-display or permits)
Enforcement: Informal patrols; please keep bays clear of long-term abandoned vehicles
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~25 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 2 bays closest to the parish hall |
| Surface | Level tarmac with painted bay lines |
| Lighting | Streetlamps at entrance only |
| Security | Occasional council patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Restriction | None |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; single ingress/egress point |
♿ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Dropped kerbs to adjacent footpaths and building entrances
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by beside the entrance gate for brief unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
2 × 7 kW Pod Point at High Cross Bus Terminus (0.5 mi / 3 min drive)
4 × 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost chargers on Cambridge Road (1 mi / 5 min drive)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday mornings | 40 % | Local school drop-offs |
| Weekday afternoons | 30 % | Village hall & shop visitors |
| Saturdays 10 am–2 pm | 70 % | Weekend shoppers & café goers |
| Evenings & Sundays | 20 % | Parish hall event attendees |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 9 am on Saturdays for the best bays nearest the shop.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| The Caldecote Shop & Café | 2 min | Essentials & refreshments |
| Parish Hall & Community Wing | 1 min | Events, meetings & public toilets |
| Highfields Bus Terminus | 5 min | Regular routes into Cambridge city |
| Caldecote Play Area | 3 min | Children’s playground & green space |
? Nearby Amenities
ATM: In-store cashpoint at Highfields Shop (2 min)
Pharmacy: Mobile pharmacy van (weekly schedule at parish hall)
Public Toilets: Inside parish hall during opening hours
⚠️ Important Notices
No Overnight Camping: Vehicles left overnight may be removed.
Event Days: Private bookings at the parish hall may restrict a few bays—check notices.
Maintenance: Annual surface inspection each April; minor bay closures possible.
? Expert Tips
Village Market: On second Saturday, arrive by 9 am to secure a bay for market stalls.
Bus-Park Swap: If full, park at Highfields Bus Terminus (free 2 h) and walk back.
EV Option: Charge at Pod Points then return here for free day parking.
? Future Developments
Late 2025: Council reviewing installation of 2 × 7 kW EV chargers at the bus terminus.
2026: Proposal to add solar-powered lighting for full-site illumination.
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
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