๐ Milton Keynes N Row Car Park (152 N Row) โ Complete MK9 3PL Guide
Secure 24/7 parking at N Row โ close to shops, station & campus.
๐ Type: Surface Pay & Display & Season Ticket Lot (Operated by Milton Keynes Council)
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (charges MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; free Sundays & bank holidays)
๐ Rating: 4.2 / 5 (local user 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 parking (badge displayed)
Payment Methods: Pay & Display machines (cash/card) or RingGo app (zone code on machines)
Enforcement: Display valid ticket or permit at all times during charging hours
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~120 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 bays adjacent to pedestrian exit |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear lining |
| Lighting | LED columns throughout |
| Security | CCTV at entrance; periodic council patrols |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for vans and minibuses) |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to machines |
โฟ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Smooth kerb ramps leading to all pathways
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by beside main pedestrian gate
Accessible Facilities: Lift access into adjacent shopping arcade
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None installed
Nearest Options:
4 ร 7 kW Pod Point at Clare Court (3 min walk)
2 ร 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost units on Silbury Boulevard (6 min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08โ10 AM | 90 % | Commuters & campus staff |
| Weekdays 12โ2 PM | 65 % | Shoppers & cafรฉ visitors |
| Saturdays 10 AMโ4 PM | 95 % | Retail visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 30 % | Leisure & cinema goers |
Pro Tip: Arrive by 8 AM on weekdays for the easiest bays closest to N Row entrance.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Central Station | 5 min | Thameslink & West Coast services |
| Xscape Leisure Complex | 4 min | Indoor snow, cinema, dining & shops |
| Grand Union Canal Towpath | 7 min | Riverside walk & cycling routes |
| Silbury Boulevard Shopping Mall | 2 min | Cafรฉs, banks & convenience stores |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Inside Xscape (4 min)
ATM: Barclays, N Row entrance (1 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, N Row arcade (2 min)
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee (on-site)
Wagamama (Xscape, 4 min)
Gourmet Burger Kitchen (Grand Union Centre, 3 min)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q Park MK Central MSCP | 6 min | ยฃ1.50/h; ยฃ8/day | 24 h | Covered, EV charging & CCTV |
| Saxon Court Surface Lot | 4 min | Free 2 h; ยฃ1.20/h | 24 h | First two hours free of charge |
| Campbell Park Car Park | 8 min | ยฃ1.00/h; ยฃ6/day | 24 h | Near green spaces & canal access |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol MonโSat 08โ18 h; fines apply for non-display or overstays.
Overnight Parking: Allowed outside charge hours but at ownerโs risk.
Maintenance: Annual line-repainting scheduled October 2025; temporary lane closures possible.
๐ Expert Tips
Season Pass: Ideal for daily campus commutersโno need for repeated pay & display.
App Top-Up: Use RingGo to extend your stay remotely rather than returning early.
Off-Peak Visits: Weekday afternoons after 2 PM see the lowest occupancy periods.
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Council reviewing potential installation of 6 ร 7 kW EV chargers.
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate system for seamless, ticketless parking.
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