๐ Linton High Street Car Park โ The Complete Linton Village Parking Guide
Linton High Street โ affordable pay & display, free evenings & Sundays, steps from shops & pubs.
๐ Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Cambridgeshire County Council)
๐ Open: Enforcement 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free evenings (18:00โ08:00), all day Sundays & Bank Holidays
๐ Rating: N/A (council facility)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (MonโSat, 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 30 min: ยฃ0.50
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.00
Up to 2 h: ยฃ1.80
Up to 4 h (max stay): ยฃ3.00
Payment Methods:
Pay & Display machines (coins, contactless card)
Pay-by-App: RingGo (zone code 57910)
Resident Permits: Zone LT permit ยฃ70 / year (unlimited stays during enforcement hours)
Season Tickets: Weekly permit ยฃ8 (valid any enforcement day)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~40 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 2 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 1 extra-wide bay near pay machine |
| Surface | Level tarmac with bay lining refreshed 2022 |
| Lighting | LED bollards at perimeter (duskโdawn) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared bi-annually |
| Security | CCTV coverage; periodic council patrols |
| Signage | Zone map & tariffs displayed at entrance and machines |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Two bays adjacent to machineโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in beside pay station for quick unloading
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to High Street pavement
Pathways: Smooth 2 m-wide route to shops, pub, and bus stop
๐ EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility study for 2 ร 7 kW chargers in west corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
Hildersham Village Hall CP: 2 ร 7 kW, 5 min drive
Linton Station Car Park: 4 ร 22 kW rapid, 6 min drive
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 60 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 50 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 65 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 09:00โ13:00 | 80 % | Weekend village visitors |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 40 % | Leisure walkers |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 16:00 for free evening stayโideal for pub dinners.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Linton High Street | Adjacent | Shops, cafรฉs, post office, pub |
| Linton Green | 3 min | Open green space & childrenโs play |
| Bus Stop (Route 13) | 1 min | Services to Cambridge & Haverhill |
| River Granta Towpath | 5 min | Riverside walks toward Cambridge |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Village hall (5 min walk)
ATM: Lloyds (High Street, 2 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street, 3 min)
Food & Drink
The Lady Rose (1 min): Traditional pub & dining
Linton Tea Room (adjacent): Cakes & hot drinks
Spice & Slice (2 min): Take-away pizza & kebabs
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Street Pay & Display (Zone LT) | Adjacent | ยฃ0.20/20 min; 2 h max | Short-stay flexibility via app |
| Hildersham Village Hall CP | 5 min dr | ยฃ0.50/hr; ยฃ3/day | EV charging & quieter location |
| Linton Station Car Park | 6 min dr | ยฃ1/day | All-day parking & rail access |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat by council officers; CCTV off-hours
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles liable for removal
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Oct 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Resident Saver: Annual permit (ยฃ70) for unlimited weekday parking.
Blue Badge Holders: Display badge and use marked baysโno payment required.
Pub Nights: Evenings are freeโperfect for village pub dining.
Weather Alert: Northern bays near hedge can pond in heavy rainโopt for central bays.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Install 2 ร 7 kW EV charging bays pending council grant
2025 Q4: Upgrade pay machines to cashless-only & multilingual interface
2026: Feasibility study for +10 bays on adjacent council land (ref: CCC/PLN/2024/1165)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Jan 2026
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