? Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park
?️ Jurisdiction: Bristol City Council
? Open: 08:00 – 18:00 Mon–Sat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
? Rating: 4.2/5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff: £1.20 per hour (no maximum stay)
Payment: Pay machines (card/contactless) or PayByPhone app (Zone ID: 91234)
Permits: None; short-stay only
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 hours (display badge & register via PayByPhone)
Future Changes: Council reviewing evening free-parking pilot
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~40 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with painted bay markings |
| Lighting | Street-lamp illumination |
| Security | CCTV in vicinity & periodic council patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for cars & small vans) |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge: Park free in any bay up to 3 h (no separate bays)
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings to pavement; level paths to quay side
Drop-Off Zone: Layby immediately outside car park entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Clifton Down Shopping Centre: 4×7 kW Pod Point units (0.6 mi / 12 min walk)
Brunel Way Car Park: 2×22 kW GeniePoint units (0.8 mi / 4 min drive)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | ~50% | Commuters & café visitors |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~40% | Riverside walkers & lunch-goers |
| Saturdays (10–14:00) | ~85% | Shoppers & tourist groups |
| Evenings after 18:00 | ~15% | Pub & restaurant diners |
Pro Tip: Use free Sunday parking for relaxed Avon Gorge strolls and Clifton exploration.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Hotwells Quay | On-site | Riverside benches & café |
| Leigh Woods National Trust | 5 min | Woodland trails & Avon Gorge views |
| Clifton Village High Street | 10 min | Boutiques, cafés & public toilets |
| Bristol Suspension Bridge | 8 min | Iconic landmark & photo opportunities |
? Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Clifton Village (wheelchair-accessible)
ATM: NatWest (Princess Victoria St, 10 min walk)
Pharmacy: Boots (Clifton Village, 10 min walk)
Food & Drink:
The Boater Café – riverside light bites
The Victoria – gastropub fare
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Down Station Car Park | 0.5 mi (10 min) | £1.50/hr; £6/day | 24 h | EV charging & rail access |
| Brunel Way Car Park | 0.8 mi (4 min) | £1.20/hr; £5/day | 24 h | GeniePoint rapid chargers |
| RCZ Aztec West Car Park | 1.2 mi (5 min) | Free (after 18:00) | Unlimited | Free evenings & weekends |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Regular patrols; PCNs for non-payment or overstays
Overnight Parking: Free outside hours but park at own risk—no overnight security
Surface Warning: Bay markings may fade in wet weather—drive with caution
? Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Register in PayByPhone app to avoid queues at machines.
Sunday Leisure: Arrive early for free Sunday parking and combine with a Clifton Suspension Bridge walk.
Badge Ease: Blue Badge holders park free without specific bays—display badge clearly.
? Future Developments
2025: Council trial of sensor-based bay availability displayed in PayByPhone app.
2026+: Feasibility study for low-impact EV charging installation under riverside canopy.
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
No user price reports submitted yet for this car park.
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