๐ Midsummer Boulevard E2 Car Park โ Complete Milton Keynes MK9 3EP Guide
Prime MK9 3EP parking โ pay & display, 24/7, steps to Xscape & campus.
๐ Type: Surface Pay & Display & Season Ticket Lot (Milton Keynes Council)
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (charges MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; free Sundays & bank holidays)
๐ Rating: 4.2 / 5 (community feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariff (MonโSat 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.20
1โ2 h: ยฃ2.20
2โ4 h: ยฃ4.00
Over 4 h (up to 24 h): ยฃ6.00
Season Tickets: Weekly ยฃ16, Monthly ยฃ55, Annual ยฃ600
Blue Badge Holders: Free (badge displayed)
Payment Methods: Pay & Display machines (cash/card) or RingGo app
Enforcement: Valid ticket or permit required during charge hours
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~100 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 8 bays adjacent to pedestrian exit |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear lining |
| Lighting | LED columns across entire site |
| Security | CCTV at entry; periodic council patrols |
| Height Restriction | None |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to machines |
โฟ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Smooth kerb ramps to all walkways
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by beside main pedestrian gate
Accessible Facilities: Level route to adjacent retail & leisure complexes
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None installed
Nearest Options:
4 ร 7 kW Pod Point at Clare Court (2-min walk)
2 ร 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost units on Silbury Boulevard (5-min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08โ10 AM | 90 % | Commuters & campus staff |
| Weekdays 12โ2 PM | 60 % | Shoppers & cafรฉ visitors |
| Saturdays 10 AMโ4 PM | 95 % | Retail & leisure visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 30 % | Cinema & Xscape patrons |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 8 AM on weekdays for bays nearest Xscape entrance.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Xscape Leisure Complex | 2 min | Indoor snow, cinema, dining & shops |
| Milton Keynes Central Station | 7 min | Thameslink & West Coast services |
| Grand Union Canal Towpath | 8 min | Riverside walk & cycle network |
| Silbury Boulevard Shopping Arcade | 3 min | Cafรฉs, banking & convenience stores |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Inside Xscape (2 min)
ATM: Barclays, Silbury Blvd (3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, Xscape foyer (2 min)
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee (on-site)
Nandoโs (Xscape, 2 min)
Wagamama (Grand Union Centre, 4 min)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q Park MK Central MSCP | 6 min | ยฃ1.50/hr; ยฃ8/day | 24 h | Covered, EV charging & CCTV |
| Saxon Court Surface Lot | 4 min | Free 2 h; ยฃ1.20/hr | 24 h | First 2 h free |
| Campbell Park Car Park | 8 min | ยฃ1.00/hr; ยฃ6/day | 24 h | Near green spaces & canal access |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; penalty applies for no ticket/overstay
Overnight Parking: Allowed outside charge hours at ownerโs risk
Maintenance: Annual line-repainting in October; temporary closures possible
๐ Expert Tips
Season Pass: Ideal for Xscape employeesโsaves on daily tariffs
App Top-Up: Extend via RingGo to avoid return visits to machine
Off-Peak Visits: Weekday afternoons after 2 PM see lowest occupancy
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Council evaluating installation of 6 ร 7 kW EV chargers
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate system for seamless, ticketless parking
Own or work here?
Claim Now!
Claim Now!
