Dedicated learner driver parking at in2Gear Slough – free customer bays, easy access from Manor Park & EV charging nearby.
🚗 Type: Private Customer Surface Car Park (Managed by in2Gear Driver Training)
🕒 Open: 09:00 – 19:30, Monday – Sunday (aligned with lesson schedules)
🌟 Rating: N/A (private facility)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free for customers during booked lesson times
Payment: Not required
Permit Holders: Not applicable (strictly reserved for in2Gear clients during business hours)
Enforcement: Unauthorized vehicles may be ticketed or towed at owner’s expense
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
Feature | Detail |
---|---|
Total Spaces | 6 reserved bays adjacent to training centre |
Surface | Tarmac with painted markings |
Lighting | Wall-mounted LED floodlights facing bays |
Security | On-site CCTV covering entrance and bays |
Height Limit | None (standard car/small van friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 1 extra-wide bay nearest entrance (free unlimited with badge displayed)
Drop-off Point: Covered kerbside area for 5-minute passenger drop-offs
Level Access: Step-free access from bays to reception via gentle ramp
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Tesco Express Manor Park (86 Windsor Road, SL1 2EE) – 6×7 kW Pod Point chargers, 2 min drive
Centre:MK West P&R (Milton Keynes) – free charging + shuttle, 15 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
---|---|---|
Weekdays 09:00–12:00 | 100 % | Beginner lessons |
Weekdays 12:00–17:00 | 80 % | Intermediate & mock tests |
Evenings 17:00–19:30 | 60 % | Refresher & Pass–Plus |
Weekends 09:00–17:00 | 90 % | All lesson types |
Pro Tip: Book back-to-back lessons to secure your bay without midday gaps.
🚶 Walkability Score
Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
---|---|---|
in2Gear Reception & Test Office | 1 min | Immediate access for arrivals |
Manor Park Station (Elizabeth Line) | 8 min | Rapid link into central London |
Science Park Retail Parade | 5 min | Café, convenience store & ATM |
Manor Park Library & Community Hub | 6 min | Public toilets & study space |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
ATM: NatWest & Barclays at Library Parade
Pharmacy: Boots (Science Park)
Food & Drink:
Café Nero (Library Parade)
Local sandwich van on Essex Avenue (lunch weekdays)
Public Toilets: Manor Park Library (open 09:00 – 17:00)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
---|---|---|---|---|
On-Street Essex Ave Bays | Adjacent | Free (2 h max) | 2 h | Quick errands outside lesson times |
Science Park Business Park Lot | 0.2 mi | £1.20/h | 6 h | Covered bays & CCTV |
Manor Park Park & Ride | 0.4 mi | £1.00/day | 24 h | EV charging + rail link |
⚠️ Important Notices
Strictly Monitored: Bays reserved for lesson times only – illegal parking subject to removal
Business Hours Only: Car park locked 20:00 – 08:00; no overnight parking permitted
Accessibility Reminder: Display Blue Badge clearly in designated bay
📌 Expert Tips
Lesson Bundle Hack: Reserve two consecutive slots to avoid moving your car mid-day
Blue Badge Users: Use the accessible bay and inform reception on arrival for smooth access
EV Drivers: Plan charging at Tesco Express Manor Park if you need a top-up before lessons
🔮 Future Developments
Late 2025: in2Gear plans to install 2 dedicated 7 kW EV charging bays
2026: Proposal to extend car park by 4 additional customer spaces, pending planning approval