๐ Railway Sidings Car Park โ The Complete Peterborough PE2 8TY Guide
Affordable parking at Railway Sidings โ pay-and-display bays, free evenings/weekends, Blue Badge spaces & minutes from Peterborough station and city centre.
๐ Overview
Type: Surface Pay-&-Display Car Park (Managed by Peterborough City Council)
Open: 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; free outside these hours and all day Sunday & bank holidays
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โ 4.0/5 (local user feedback)
๐ฐ Tariffs & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | ยฃ0.80 | Minimum session 15 minutes |
| 1โ2 hours | ยฃ1.50 | ย |
| 2โ4 hours | ยฃ3.00 | ย |
| Over 4 hours | ยฃ5.00 daily cap | Covers full chargeable period (08:00โ18:00) |
| Evenings & Sundays | Free | Outside chargeable hours |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
| Return Restriction | No return within 1 h | After exit during chargeable hours |
Payment: Pay at on-site machines (coins, card/contactless) or via RingGo app.
Enforcement: Civil enforcement officers patrol 08:00โ18:00 MonโSat; PCNs for non-payment or overstay.
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | Approx. 120 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 bays close to entrance |
| Surface | Tarmac with clear white bay markings |
| Lighting | LED bollards covering main aisles |
| Security | Occasional council patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None |
โฟ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 6 designated bays; free up to 3 h.
Drop-off Zone: Lay-by adjacent to ticket machines (10 min max).
Pedestrian Access: Flush kerbs and level routes to station and surrounding sidewalks.
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Peterborough Station Multi-Storey (4ร7 kW Pod Point) โ 5 min walk
Queensgate Shopping Centre Car Park (Shell Recharge) โ 8 min walk
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00โ10:00 | 90 % | Commuters & rail users |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | 60 % | City centre shoppers & lunch breaks |
| Weekdays 16:00โ18:00 | 85 % | Return commuters |
| Saturdays 10:00โ14:00 | 80 % | Weekend shoppers & leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 for easiest bays, or use free evening period after 18:00.
๐ถ Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Peterborough Station | 5 min | Rail services to London & beyond |
| Queensgate Shopping Centre | 8 min | Retail, dining & cinema |
| Cathedral Square | 10 min | Historic attractions & cafรฉs |
| Bus Interchange (Station forecourt) | 6 min | Local & regional bus services |
๐ Nearby Amenities
ATM: NatWest & Barclays in station concourse (5 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (Queensgate) โ 8 min walk
Food & Drink:
Costa & Greggs (station forecourt)
The Watermanโs Arms (pub, 6 min)
Public Toilets: Inside station & Queensgate (fee applies)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterborough Station MSCP | 0.2 mi | ยฃ10/day | 24 h | Covered & EV chargers |
| Queensgate Centre Car Park | 0.3 mi | ยฃ2.20/hr; ยฃ12/day | 24 h | Shopping validation options |
| On-Street Bays (Bridge St) | Adjacent | ยฃ1.00/hr (2 h) | 2 h max | Cheaper short-stay |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Return Rule: No return within 1 h to discourage bay-hopping.
Free Periods: Bays unmonitored outside 08:00โ18:00 but signedโobserve any restrictions.
Maintenance: Occasional resurfacing scheduled Q3; follow temporary signage.
๐ Expert Tips
Commuter Hack: Combine with RingGo pre-payment to extend your session remotely.
Blue Badge Users: Clearly display badge + clock and use machinesโ โBlue Badgeโ setting.
Shopping Saver: Validate your parking at Queensgate kiosks for up to 3 hours free when you spend.
๐ฎ Future Developments
2025: Council exploring installation of 6 on-site EV chargers and upgraded LED lighting.
2026: Proposal to add CCTV coverage for enhanced security and occupancy monitoring.
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