? Type: Surface Shared Car Park (Managed by Loddon Vale Practice & adjacent businesses)
? Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
? Rating: 4.0/5 (Local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no time limits)
Payment: Not required
Permit Holders: Not applicable
Future Changes: None planned
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approx. 20 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Limited floodlights around practice entrance |
| Security | No formal CCTV; occasional private patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 2 reserved bays near entrance (free unlimited with badge displayed)
Drop-off Zone: Informal lay-by at main gate (max 10 min)
Level Access: Single-level surface, flush kerb drops at entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Tesco Express (Hurricane Way) – 4×7 kW Pod Point chargers, 1-min walk
Headley Road Car Park (RG5 4JB) – 4×fast chargers, 5-min walk
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 8 AM–10 AM | 90 % | GP patients & staff |
| Weekdays 12 PM–2 PM | 75 % | Surgery & business visitors |
| Weekdays 4 PM–6 PM | 60 % | Local errands |
| Evenings & Weekends | 30 % | Occasional overflow users |
Pro Tip: For guaranteed space on busy surgery days, arrive 15 minutes early or use Headley Road Car Park and walk back.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Loddon Vale Practice | Immediate | Direct access to reception |
| Reading Buses Stop (13/14) | 2 min | Frequent services into Reading town centre |
| Tesco Express | 1 min | Groceries, café & EV charging |
| Woodley Piazza Shops | 5 min | Retail & dining options |
| M4 J10 (Winnersh) | 4 min | Quick motorway access |
? Nearby Amenities
ATM: Barclays cashpoint at Woodley Piazza
Pharmacy: Rowlands (Woodley Piazza, 5 min walk)
Food & Drink:
Café Thistle (business park café)
The Woodley Arms (pub, 7 min walk)
Public Toilets: Available inside Loddon Vale Practice
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headley Road Car Park | 0.3 mi | Pay & Display | 24 h | EV charging & permit bays |
| Tesco Express (Hurricane Way) | Adjacent | Free (3 h max) | 3 h | Shopping & café access |
| Woodley Library Car Park | 0.4 mi | £1.10/h | 4 h | Covered bays & CCTV |
| Woodley Airfield Centre | 0.6 mi | Free | Unlimited | Community events & large capacity |
⚠️ Important Notices
Private Use: Intended for practice & business patrons—please respect signage.
Overnight Parking: Allowed, but park at your own risk (no patrols after 18:00).
Maintenance: Surface repairs scheduled Q3 2025—minor bay closures possible.
? Expert Tips
Appointment Days: Combine parking with a quick Tesco shop—use their charging bays while you wait.
GP Staff Hack: Validate your Blue Badge at reception for extended free parking.
Event Overflow: For Woodley Piazza markets, use this lot early and walk to the stalls.
? Future Developments
2025: Proposal under review to add 2 EV charging bays and improved LED lighting.
2026: Parish Council exploring installation of CCTV cameras for enhanced security.
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