๐ Isle of Scilly Parking Co. Ltd Car Park โ Coinagehall Street, Penzance TR18 4AY
Secure Pay & Display parking at Penzance harbour โ competitive daily & weekly rates, blue-badge bays & steps from ferry terminal and town centre.
๐ Type: Private Pay & Display Surface Car Park
๐ Open: 24/7 (charges apply 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free after 18:00, Sundays & bank holidays)
๐ Rating: 4.2โ/โ5 (customer feedback praises proximity to harbour and clear signage)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | ยฃ0.80 |
| Up to 2 hours | ยฃ1.60 |
| Up to 4 hours | ยฃ3.20 |
| Day Ticket (8โ18) | ยฃ5.00 |
| Weekly Permit | ยฃ15.00 |
| Lost Ticket | ยฃ6.00 |
Payment Methods: Pay & Display machines (coins, card/contactless) or RingGo/MiPermit app (location code on signage)
Blue-Badge Holders: Free parking in marked bays (badge display required)
Season Permits: Available for local businesses and residents via online application
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approximately 120 marked bays |
| Surface | Asphalt with clear white bay markings |
| Lighting | LED floodlights around perimeter |
| Security | CCTV coverage; regular patrols |
| Barrier System | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Six marked blue-badge bays adjacent to pay machines โ level tarmac paths to terminal and town
Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby by entrance for quick passenger unloading
Pedestrian Routes: Wide pavements lead directly to harbour side, shops and bus stops
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
โข Tesco Penzance (2.1 mi; 4ร7 kW) โ 6 min drive
โข Asda Penzance (1.8 mi; 2ร22 kW) โ 5 min drive
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | ~85 % | Commuters, ferry passengers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | ~70 % | Lunch-time shoppers |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | ~80 % | Evenยญing ferry departures |
| Saturdays 10:00โ16:00 | ~95 % | Weekend tourists & market goers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 on weekdays or 10:00 on Saturdays to secure a space close to the ferry terminal.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Penzance Ferry Terminal | 2 min | Direct access to Isles of Scilly services |
| Coinagehall Street Bus Stop | 1 min | Local & regional bus connections |
| Penzance High Street | 5 min | Shops, cafรฉs & market stalls |
| Morrab Gardens | 6 min | Seaside park & public toilets |
| Jubilee Pool | 8 min | Historic lido & waterside views |
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morrab Gardens Car Park | 0.3 mi | ยฃ1.20/hr | 4 h max | EV charging & covered bays |
| Western Promenade On-Street Bays | 0.2 mi | ยฃ0.80/hr | 2 h max | Cheapest short-stay option |
| Park & Ride (Trelowarren Rd) | 1.5 mi | ยฃ3/day | 24 h | Frequent shuttle to town center |
| Tesco Penzance | 2.1 mi | Free (3 h) | 3 h | Supermarket convenience & EV bays |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil enforcement officers patrol daily during chargeable hours โ PCN for non-payment or overstay
Overnight Parking: Free outside charging hours but no security coverage overnight
Market Days: Street markets on Wednesdays & Saturdays may affect access; check local notices
๐ Expert Tips
App Top-Up: Use the RingGo/MiPermit app to extend your stay remotely without returning to the machine
Blue-Badge Hack: Register your badge online to avoid checks โ display prominently in the bay
Ferry Timing: Plan 15 min buffer before ferry departure for ticket and security checks
Evening Visits: Bays free after 18:00; ideal for seaside dinners or Jubilee Pool swims
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025 Q4: Consultation underway for installation of two rapid EV chargers in the north-east corner
2026: Proposal to implement real-time bay-availability displays on Coinagehall Street
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