๐ Orton Mere Station Car Park โ Complete Peterborough Commuter Parking Guide
Secure 24/7 parking at Orton Mere Station โ ideal for rail commuters, dog walkers & parkland visits. Pre-book for peace of mind.
๐ Type: Public Rail Station Surface Car Park
๐๏ธ Jurisdiction: Network Rail (operated by APCOA)
๐ Open: 24 hours daily (barrier entry/exit)
๐ Rating: 4.1/5 (average user feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Daily Rate (MonโFri): ยฃ5.20 per day (standard)
Weekend Rate (SatโSun): ยฃ3.00 per day
Season Tickets:
Weekly: ยฃ18.00
Monthly: ยฃ60.00
Payment: On-site pay machines (card/contactless), APCOA app or online pre-book
Blue Badge Holders: Free parking in designated bays (display badge & register via APCOA)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~120 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 marked Blue Badge bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with clear bay markings |
| Lighting | Full LED coverage |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV & barrier control |
| Height Limit | 2.0 m (signage at entrance) |
โฟ Accessibility
Accessible Bays: 6 closest to station entrance
Accessible Routes: Level, step-free access from car park to platform via ramp
Drop-Off Zone: Layby at the barrier exit for quick passenger drop-off
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None currently
Nearest Options:
NCP Peterborough Station East โ 4ร7 kW Pod Point units (5 min walk)
Tesco Superstore (PE2 8HG) โ 2ร22 kW GeniePoint units (6 min drive)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (07โ09) | ~95 % | Commuters & business travelers |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50 % | Local shoppers & walkers |
| Weekday Evenings (17โ19) | ~60 % | Return-journey commuters |
| Weekends All Day | ~30 % | Leisure visitors & dog walkers |
Pro Tip: Pre-book a weekly season ticket online to save vs. daily rates if you commute โฅ4 days/week.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Orton Mere Station Platforms | On-site | Direct access to Nene Valley line |
| Ferry Meadows Country Park | 12 min | Lakes, trails & cafรฉ |
| The Barn at Orton Mere Cafรฉ | 5 min | Light bites & riverside views |
| Nene Valley Railway Heritage | 3 min | Vintage steam & diesel train rides |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement: ANPR enforces payment; PCNs issued for non-payment or barrier-jumping
Overnight Parking: Permittedโbarriers remain open; park at own risk outside 02:00โ04:00 maintenance window
Barrier Access: Keep ticket/app session active to avoid delayed exits
๐ Expert Tips
App Booking: Use the APCOA Connect app for pre-booking and cashless convenience.
Rail-And-Rest: Combine parking with a visit to Ferry Meadowsโsecure your bay early on summer weekends.
Badge Ease: Register your Blue Badge once to skip pay machines on future visits.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: APCOA exploring live bay-availability feed in their app for real-time vacancy updates.
2026+: Feasibility study for installing 4ร7 kW EV charging bays powered by local grid upgrades.
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