? Type: On-Street Pay & Display Bays (Cheshire East Council, Zone KS)
? Open: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; free outside these hours & on Sundays & bank holidays
? Rating: 4.1 / 5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff (Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00):
Up to 30 min: £0.80
Up to 1 h: £1.60
Up to 2 h: £3.00
Up to 4 h (max stay): £5.00
Evenings & Sundays: Free (no ticket required)
Resident Permits: Zone KS permits available via Cheshire East Council for nearby streets
Blue Badge Holders: Free at any time during enforcement hours (badge displayed)
Payment Methods: Street machines (cash/card) or RingGo app (zone code on signage)
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~20 parallel bays |
| Surface | Asphalt carriageway with bay markings |
| Lighting | Streetlamps providing evening illumination |
| Security | Occasional Civil Enforcement patrols |
| Bay Width | Standard 2.4 m – tight for larger vehicles |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to machines |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: Shared-use bays; badge holders exempt from charges
Step-Free Access: Dropped kerbs at every bay end to adjacent pavements
Drop-Off Zone: Short lay-by near civic amenities for quick unloading
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None on King Street bays
Nearest Public Chargers:
4 × 7 kW Pod Point at Hibel Road MSCP (5 min walk)
2 × 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost chargers on Roe Street (4 min walk)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08–10 AM | 90 % | Commuters & town centre shoppers |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 60 % | Lunchtime visitors |
| Saturdays 10–4 PM | 95 % | Weekend retail footfall |
| Evenings after 6 PM | Free | Dining & leisure patrons |
Pro Tip: Validate your ticket immediately on arrival to avoid forgetting.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Macclesfield Town Hall | 2 min | Civic services & public toilets |
| Chestergates Shopping Arcade | 3 min | Retail & cafés |
| Hibel Road MSCP | 5 min | Covered parking & EV charging |
| Macclesfield Railway Station | 8 min | Rail services to Manchester & beyond |
? Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: In Town Hall foyer (2 min)
ATM: HSBC, Chestergates (3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, Chestergates (3 min)
Food & Drink:
The Proud Spoon Café (3 min)
The King’s Ransom Pub (2 min)
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hibel Road MSCP | 5 min | £1.20 /h; £6.00 /day | 24 h | Covered, CCTV, EV chargers |
| Water Street Surface Lot | 6 min | £0.80 /h; 4 h max | 4 h | Lower hourly rate |
| Park Green Lay-bys | 4 min | Free (1 h limit) | 1 h | Quick stops near market stalls |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; fines for non-display or overstays
Overnight Parking: Allowed outside enforcement hours but at owner’s risk
Maintenance: Occasional street-sweeping; check local signs for dates
? Expert Tips
Market Day Hack: Arrive before 9 am Saturdays to snag bays for the market at Park Green.
Resident Permit: If you live nearby, a Zone KS permit removes the need to re-ticket.
EV Users: Charge at Hibel Road first then stroll into town.
? Future Developments
2025: Council reviewing installation of 4 × 7 kW EV chargers along King Street.
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate to eliminate need for display tickets.
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