๐ Montague Hill South Car Park โ The Complete Bristol City Centre Parking Guide
Montague Hill South โ convenient pay & display, evenings free, steps from harbourside & shopping.
๐ Type: Public Pay & Display Car Park (Bristol City Council)
๐ Open: Enforcement 08:00โ20:00 MonโSat; free evenings (20:00โ08:00), all day Sunday & Bank Holidays
๐ Rating: No aggregated public reviews available
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariffs (MonโSat, 08:00โ20:00):
Up to 30 min: ยฃ1.00
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.80
Up to 2 h: ยฃ3.60
Up to 4 h (max stay): ยฃ5.00
Payment Methods:
Pay & display machines (coins, contactless card, Apple/Google Pay)
Pay-by-App: RingGo (zone code 72563)
Resident Permits: Zone BS1 residential permits valid MonโSat after 18:00; apply via council portal
Season Tickets: Weekly permit ยฃ28 (valid any enforcement day)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 90 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 5 marked bays (free for Blue Badge holders) |
| Parent & Child Bays | 2 wider bays near exit |
| Surface | Level tarmac with fresh white lining (repainted 2023) |
| Lighting | LED floodlights on 6 columns (12 lux) |
| Drainage | Channel drains with quarterly clearing |
| Security | CCTV coverage (6 cameras, 24/7 recording) |
| Signage | Digital display board with live occupancy and zone code |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans) |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Five bays closest to Clifton Street entranceโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in immediately outside machine for passenger set-down
Kerb Ramps: Tactile-paved ramps to pavement across all pedestrian exits
Pathways: 2 m-wide smooth routes to harbourside and city centre
๐ EV Infrastructure & Nearby Options
On-Site Charging: None currently installed
Planned (2025): Feasibility study for 4ร7 kW chargers in NW corner
Nearest Live Chargers:
Cattle Market Car Park: 8ร22 kW units, 5 min walk
Queen Square MSCP: 6ร7 kW units, 7 min walk
๐ Live Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 85 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 65 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | 70 % | Evening appointments |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 90 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays & Bank Holidays | 40 % | Leisure visitors |
| Harbourside Events (seasonal) | 100 % | Festival & concertgoers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 10:00 on Saturdays or use Cattle Market CP for overflow.
๐ถ Walkability & Transport Links
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Harbourside | 3 min | Waterfront dining & attractions |
| Cabot Circus | 5 min | Shopping, cinemas & eateries |
| Castle Park | 4 min | Green space & riverside walk |
| Bus Stops (West Street) | Adjacent | Frequent city routes & airport links |
๐ Nearby Amenities & Services
Essentials
Public Toilets: Queen Square (5 min)
ATM: NatWest (Broad Quay, 4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (The Galleries, 5 min)
Food & Drink
The Watershed Cafรฉ: Arts-centre bar & snacks
Giraffe Harbourside: Family dining & cocktails
Pho Bristol: Vietnamese street food
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle Market Car Park | 5 min | ยฃ3.00/hr; ยฃ12/day | 24 h | Covered & 22 kW EV charging |
| Queen Square MSCP | 7 min | ยฃ1.20/hr; ยฃ8/day | 24 h | Covered multi-storey, Park Markยฎ |
| On-Street Zone BS1 | Adjacent | ยฃ0.50/30 min, ยฃ6/day | 12 h | Short-stay & app only |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Byelaws
Enforcement: 08:00โ20:00 MonโSat; after-hours CCTV enforcement
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ70 PCN (reduced to ยฃ35 if paid within 14 days)
Towing Risk: Unauthorized vehicles liable for removal at ownerโs expense
Maintenance: Quarterly surface & drainage inspections (next due Sep 2025)
๐ Expert Tips
Evening Saver: Park after 20:00 to enjoy a free overnight stay for nightlife.
Blue Badge Holders: Use any free bayโno need to circle for dedicated spaces.
Festival Goers: For large events, pre-book Cattle Market CP online to guarantee a spot.
Weather Alert: Northern rows can puddle after heavy rain; choose bays near entrance.
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Installation of EV charging bays pending council grant
2025 Q4: Digital pay-station trial with multilingual interface
2026: Feasibility study for additional 50 bays under Bristol Parking Strategy (ref: BCC/PLN/2024/642)
Accessibility Audit: PAS 1899 compliance review scheduled for Dec 2025
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