๐ Old Desborough Bowls Car Park โ The Complete Maidenhead Leisure Parking Guide
Old Desborough โ free community parking, 24/7 access, steps from sports pavilion & riverside.
๐ Type: Public Free Car Park (Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead)
๐ Open: 24/7 (no charges or time limits)
๐ Rating: 4.2/5 (Google Reviews)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~60 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 marked bays (nearest pavilion; free with Blue Badge) |
| Surface | Level tarmac with painted bay lines |
| Lighting | Solar-powered bollards (duskโdawn) |
| Drainage | Channel drains; cleared annually |
| Security | CCTV on adjacent recreation ground; occasional patrols |
| Signage | Royal Borough โPโ signs & community noticeboard |
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Blue Badge Bays: Four bays adjacent to entranceโfree with badge displayed
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in by pavilion for easy unloading
Pathways: Wide, smooth footpaths to pavilion, bowls green & riverside trail
๐ถ Walkability & Nearby Amenities
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Desborough Sports Pavilion | 1 min | Changing rooms, cafรฉ & restrooms |
| River Thames Towpath | 2 min | Scenic walking & cycling route |
| Desborough Bowling Green | Adjacent | Lawn bowling & community events |
| Desborough Primary School | 3 min | Local landmark & public playground |
๐ On-Site Amenities & Services
Public Toilets: Pavilion foyer (open during clubhouse hours)
Cafรฉ Kiosk: Hot drinks & snacks at pavilion on match days
Seating & Picnic Tables: Covered benches overlooking greens
๐ Demand Patterns & Seasonal Variations
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | 20 % | Joggers & dog walkers |
| Weekday Afternoons | 30 % | Leisure centre visitors |
| Evenings & Weekends | 50 % | Bowlers & families |
| Spring & Summer Weekends | 70 % | Sports matches & picnickers |
๐ Expert Tips
Early Bird: Arrive before 08:00 on weekends for best bays.
Blue Badge Holders: Use marked bays; gently sloping pavement to pavilion.
Weather Alert: Solar lighting may be dim on overcast daysโbring torch if needed.
Event Days: Club competitions fill baysโoverflow at Braywick Leisure Car Park (5 min drive).
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
2025 Q3: Feasibility for 2ร7 kW EV chargers at pavilion forecourt
2026: Proposal to add +15 bays on adjacent grass verges (ref: RBWM/PLN/2024/1188)
Accessibility Audit: Path gradient review scheduled Jan 2026
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