🚗 Market Place Car Park – The Complete Henley-on-Thames Town Centre Parking Guide
Secure central parking at Market Place – flexible pay & display bays, season permits & just steps from Henley High Street, riverfront and theatres.
🚗 Type: APCOA-Managed Surface Pay & Display
🕒 Open: 24 hours daily (enforcement 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; free outside these hours, Sundays & public holidays)
🌟 Rating: 4.1 / 5 (visitor feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 hour: £1.20
Up to 2 hours: £2.40
Up to 4 hours: £4.80
Up to 24 hours max: £6.00
Payment: APCOA Connect app or on-site machines (coins, card/contactless)
Season Tickets:
6 months: £280
12 months: £560
Blue Badge Holders: Free (display badge + obtain free ticket at machine)
Enforcement: ANPR & patrols; Penalty Charge £70 (discounted if paid promptly)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~50 marked bays |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with clear bay markings |
| Lighting | Full-site LED lampposts |
| Security | ANPR cameras; occasional patrols |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 4 marked bays close to entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay layby on Market Place for quick unload
Accessible Routes: Level kerb drops to pavements; tactile paving to pedestrian crossings
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Bell Street Car Park (Pod Point – 4 × 7 kW) – 4 min walk
Henley Station Car Park (BP Pulse – 4 × 50 kW) – 8 min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 70 % | Lunchtime visitors |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 95 % | Market & leisure crowds |
| Evenings after 18:00 | 40 % | Theatre & riverside dining |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 Mon–Sat or before 10:00 on Saturdays to secure a bay closest to High Street.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Henley High Street | 1 min | Boutiques, cafés & public toilets |
| Riverside & Henley Theatre | 3 min | Scenic walks & live performances |
| Henley Station (via Reading Rd) | 8 min | Rail & rail-replacement bus connections |
| Market Place Farmers’ Market¹ | 1 min | Seasonal local produce (Wednesdays & Saturdays) |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Toilets: Town Hall & riverside (public)
ATM: NatWest (High Street)
Pharmacy: Boots (High Street)
Café: The Boathouse (riverside, 2 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Street Car Park | 4 min | £1.50/hr; £6 / day | 24 h | Pod Point EV chargers |
| Henley Station Car Park | 8 min | £8 / day | 24 h | Rapid EV chargers & barrier entry |
| On-Street Pay Bays (Park St) | 2 min | £1.00/hr; 2 h max | 2 h | Cheapest short-stay option |
⚠️ Important Notices
Display a valid ticket or app-generated permit during enforcement hours to avoid PCN.
ANPR records entry/exit – ensure correct registration entry.
Bays nearest theatre may be reserved for event performances; follow signage.
📌 Expert Tips
Market Morning Hack: Use this car park for Wednesday & Saturday markets – arrives early to nab a front bay.
Season Ticket Saver: If parking >10 days/month, a season ticket offers best value.
EV Plan: Charge at Bell Street then stroll to the river via weekends’ farmers’ market.
🔮 Future Developments
2025 Consultation: APCOA exploring addition of 4 × 7 kW EV bays near entrance.
2026 Plans: LED lighting upgrade and bay-repainting under town-centre improvement.
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