🚗 Monk’s Park Car Park – The Complete Bristol Parking Guide

🚗 Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (NHS/Bristol City Council joint management)
🕒 Open:

Currently closed for redevelopment (from 8 Jan 2024 for Elective Centre construction)
Reopening TBA 2025 (subject to construction schedule)
🌟 Rating: No public review aggregate available

💰 Pricing & Permits (Pre-Closure)

Enforcement: 24 hours daily, year-round
Tariffs:
- Up to 1 h: ~£1.00
- Up to 2 h: ~2.20 £
- Up to 4 h: ~4.00 £
- All-day: ~£8.00
Payment: Pay & display machines (coins, contactless) and pay-by-app (RingGo)
Permits: NHS staff and resident permits available via Bristol City Council scheme
Season Tickets: Weekly/monthly NHS staff passes

📊 Capacity & Physical Features

Feature	Detail
Total Spaces	~250 bays
Disabled Bays	10 marked bays, free for blue-badge holders
Parent & Child Bays	4 wider bays near main entrance
Motorcycle Bays	6 covered bays
Surface	Level tarmac with anti-skid surfacing (2022 overlay)
Lighting	12 LED floodlights, full-site coverage
Drainage	Central channel drains with quarterly jet-wash clearance
Height Limit	None (suitable for minibuses)
Security	8 CCTV cameras 24/7; regular NHS security patrols
Signage	Digital occupancy boards at entrance

♿ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities

Blue-Badge Bays: Ten bays closest to pick-up/drop-off—free with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Covered pull-in lane at main entrance
Kerb Ramps: Multiple tactile ramps to footpaths
Pathways: 2 m-wide slip-resistant walkways with handrails
Assisted Access: Courtesy shuttle for mobility-impaired users (pre-book via SMH reception)

🔌 EV Infrastructure & Future Proposals

On-Site Charging: None currently (pre-closure)
Planned (Q3 2025):
- 8×7 kW Pod Point units in southeast corner
- Dedicated EV bays with smart app reservations
Nearest Live Chargers:
- Brunel MSCP (50 kW rapid) – 0.6 mi walk
- Whitchurch Road Car Park (6×7 kW) – 0.8 mi walk

📅 Live Demand Patterns (Pre-Closure)

Pro Tip: Once reopened, pre-book NHS staff permits to guarantee a bay during peak hours.

🚶 Walkability & Transport Links

Destination	Walk Time	Key Benefit
Southmead Hospital Main Entrance	1 min	Direct access to outpatient units
Filton Avenue Bus Stop (routes 1, 2)	Adjacent	Frequent links to city centre
Southmead Hospital Pharmacy	2 min	On-site prescriptions
Southmead Community Hospital	5 min	Emergency department drop-off

Park & Ride: Combined with the no. 3 bus from Henbury Road—free for hospital staff.

🛒 Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials

Food & Drink

Retail & Leisure

🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison

Site	Distance	Cost	Max Stay	Advantage
Brunel MSCP	0.6 mi	£1.50/hr, £6.00/day	24 h	Covered, rapid EV chargers
Whitchurch Road Car Park	0.8 mi	Free after 18:00	24 h	Cheaper evenings & Sundays
Tyndalls Way Short-Stay (NHS overflow)	0.4 mi	£0.50/hr	4 h	Cash only, closeness to emergency dept

⚠️ Important Notices & Byelaws

Closure Notice: Closed from 8 Jan 2024 for new Elective Centre
Reopening: Subject to completion of works (expected late 2025)
Enforcement (Pre-Closure): Civil enforcement 24/7; PCN £70 (reduced to £35 within 14 days)
Maintenance: Monthly lighting/drain checks; quarterly resurfacing

📌 Expert Tips

During Closure: Use Brunel MSCP or Whitchurch Road for hospital visits.
Staff Planning: Secure a season permit early to avoid peak-time shortages post-reopening.
Patient Drop-Off: Use covered pull-in at main entrance for quick access.
Weather Alert: Lower rows flood in heavy rain—choose higher-ground bays near entrance.

🔮 Future Developments & Planning

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