? Type: Private ANPR-controlled Surface Car Park (YourParkingSpace)
? Open: 24/7 (all year round)
? Rating: 4.4 / 5 (user reviews cite ease of booking and proximity to hotel and bypass)
? Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £2.00 |
| Up to 4 hours | £6.00 |
| All day (24 h) | £8.50 |
| Weekly Pass | £32.00 |
| Lost Ticket | £10.00 |
Payment: Book & pay via YourParkingSpace website/app (card only)
Blue-Badge Holders: Two marked bays free; display badge and register on booking
Overstay: Auto PCN if exit after paid/booking window
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~90 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | LED bollard lights at every row entrance |
| Security | CCTV coverage; gated perimeter |
| Barrier System | ANPR entry/exit (no physical barrier arms) |
| Height Limit | None (standard cars, small vans accepted) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 2 marked bays adjacent to hotel entrance; register badge in booking
Drop-Off Zone: Covered layby outside Holiday Inn Express foyer for quick unloading
Pedestrian Routes: Paved, level walkway to hotel lobby and bypass footbridge
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None in this car park
Nearest Chargers:
Premier Inn Bedford forecourt (3×7 kW) – 3 min walk
Sainsbury’s Elstow (2×22 kW) – 5 min drive
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | ~60 % | Hotel guests & business visitors |
| Weekday Evenings | ~75 % | Overnight guests |
| Weekend Daytimes | ~50 % | Leisure travellers |
| Weekends Nights | ~85 % | Hotel stays & local events |
Pro Tip: Book a weekly pass for extended stays—best per-day value and guaranteed bay.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express Reception | 1 min | Fast check-in & ticket validation |
| Elstow Interchange Bus Stop | 2 min | Services into Bedford town centre |
| Bedford Golf Centre (roads) | 10 min | Café, club amenities & practice nets |
| Bedford Road Retail Park (Elstow) | 4 min drive / 15 min walk | Shops, restaurants & EV charging |
| Bedford South Park & Ride (Wilstead) | 5 min drive | Alternative park & ride to town centre |
? Nearby Amenities
On-Site:
Hotel Café & Bar: Breakfast, snacks & drinks 24/7
Toilets & ATM: In hotel lobby
Within 5 min drive:
Sainsbury’s Superstore: Groceries, pharmacy & 2 h free parking
Premier Inn Bedford: EV chargers in forecourt
Elstow Wharf Café: Riverside dining & public toilets
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn Bedford Forecourt | Adjacent | Same tariffs | 24 h | On-site EV charging |
| Elstow Interchange Park & Ride | 0.3 mi | £3/day | 24 h | Frequent buses to Bedford centre |
| A421 Layby Bays | 0.2 mi | Free | 2 h | Quick drop-off & bypass access |
| Bedford South MSCP | 1 mi | £1.20/hr | 24 h | Covered parking & CCTV |
⚠️ Important Notices
Booking Required: ANPR scan only recognizes pre-booked vehicles
Enforcement: Unbooked or overstayed vehicles incur PCN of £70
Overnight Guests: Ensure booking covers exit time beyond midnight
? Expert Tips
App Alerts: Enable YourParkingSpace reminders to avoid expired bookings
Blue-Badge Hack: Add badge details in advance to auto-validate free bay access
Weekly Saver: Weekly passes unlock the best daily rate for business stays
Bypass Access: Use the footbridge to safely cross the A421 for quick town visits
? Future Developments
2025: Launch of on-site solar lighting upgrade for reduced energy use
2026: Proposal to add 4 rapid EV charging bays subject to planning
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