? Type: On-Street Pay & Display Bays
?️ Jurisdiction: Bristol City Council
? Open: 08:00 – 18:00 Mon–Sat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
? Rating: 4.1/5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff: £1.20 per hour (no maximum stay)
Payment: Pay machines (card/contactless) or PayByPhone app (Zone ID: 91235)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 h (display badge & register via PayByPhone)
Permits: None; short-stay only
Future Changes: Council reviewing extended evening free-parking trials
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~15 marked on-street bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with painted white bay lines |
| Lighting | LED street-lamp coverage |
| Security | CCTV in vicinity & periodic patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for cars & small vans) |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge: Park free in any bay up to 3 h; no marked bays required
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings to footway; level access to shops/cafés
Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby adjacent to No. 154 entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Morrisons Fishponds Rd (4×7 kW Pod Point) – 0.4 mi / 8 min walk
BP Pulse Stapleton Rd (2×50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO) – 0.6 mi / 12 min walk
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (08–10) | ~70 % | Commuters & local shoppers |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50 % | Café visitors & errands |
| Saturdays (10–14) | ~80 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Evenings after 18:00 | ~20 % | Pub & restaurant guests |
Pro Tip: Arrive after 14:00 Mon–Fri for easier bays; enjoy free Sundays for leisure visits.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Fishponds Road Shopping Parade | 3 min | Independent shops & eateries |
| Stapleton Road Station | 8 min | Severn Beach line rail connections |
| Conham River Park | 10 min | Riverside walks & picnic spots |
| Buzz Bingo Fishponds | 5 min | Leisure & bingo hall (ParkBee bays) |
? Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Parade of shops (open during business hours)
ATM: Lloyds (Fishponds Road, 3 min walk)
Pharmacy: Boots (Stapleton Road, 8 min walk)
Food & Drink:
Fishponds Road Café – breakfasts & lunches
The Queens Arms – gastropub fare & ales
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Fishponds Car Park | 0.4 mi | Free (3 h max) | 3 h; return 1 h | Supermarket shopping & EV bays |
| Stapleton Road On-Street Bays | Adjacent | £1.20/hr | No max | Additional local capacity |
| ParkBee Buzz Bingo Lot | 0.3 mi | From £1.20/hr | No max | App-booking & security |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol Mon–Sat; PCNs issued for non-payment or overstays
Overnight Parking: Not permitted—park at own risk outside operating hours
Surface Warning: Painted markings may be slippery when wet—drive and disembark with care
? Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Set up PayByPhone auto top-up to speed payment.
Sunday Leisure: Bays free on Sundays—perfect for riverside strolls.
Blue Badge Ease: No need for marked bays—display your badge clearly.
? Future Developments
2025: Bristol City Council piloting smart-sensor bay availability via PayByPhone.
2026+: Feasibility study for on-street EV charging points in Fishponds area.
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