
Central town-centre parking at Jubilee Road โ ideal for shops, cafรฉs & Camel Trail access. Pay & Display simplicity with flexible stay options in PL27 7BX.
๐ Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park
๐๏ธ Jurisdiction: Cornwall Council
๐ Open: 08:00 โ 18:00 MonโSat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
๐ Rating: 4.2/5 (local visitor feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariff: ยฃ1.20 per hour
Maximum Stay: 4 hours (no return within 2 hours)
Daily Cap: ยฃ5.00 per 24-h period
Payment: Pay & Display machines (card/contactless) or PayByPhone app (Zone ID: 91236)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 h (display badge & register via PayByPhone)
Permits: No long-stay or resident permits
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~50 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays near entrance |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | Street-lamp coverage |
| Security | CCTV in vicinity & periodic council patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 Blue Badge bays by pay machines
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings to pavement; level access to town centre
Drop-Off Zone: Layby adjacent to entrance for quick unloading
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Tesco Wadebridge (PL27 6HQ): 4ร7 kW Pod Point units โ 0.8 mi / 16 min walk
Bodmin Parkway Station: Rapid chargers โ 4 mi / 10 min drive
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | ~70 % | Commuters & cafรฉ visitors |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~55 % | Shoppers & Market attendees |
| Saturdays (10โ14 :00) | ~85 % | Weekend shoppers & families |
| Evenings & Sundays | ~20 % | Riverside walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10 :00 AM on Saturdays to secure a bay for the full morning.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge Town Centre | 2 min | Shops, cafรฉs & public conveniences |
| Camel Trail Entrance | 4 min | Scenic cycling & walking route |
| Wadebridge Museum & Gallery | 3 min | Local history & exhibitions |
| Riverside Park & Play Area | 5 min | Childrenโs playground & picnic spots |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol MonโSat; PCNs ยฃ70 for non-payment or overstay
Overnight Parking: Not permittedโpark at own risk outside hours
Surface Warning: Bay markings may fade in wet weatherโdrive with care
๐ Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Use PayByPhone auto top-up to extend your stay without returning to your car.
Market Day Strategy: Park here then stroll to Egloshayle Road Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Badge Convenience: Blue Badge holders enjoy seamless free parkingโno tickets required once registered.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council piloting sensor-based bay availability displayed in the PayByPhone app.
2026+: Feasibility study for installing a solar-powered EV charging post nearby.