
Flexible short- and long-stay parking at Keys Place, Maidenhead – competitive hourly rates, evening deals & just a 3-minute walk to the station.
🚗 Type: Private Pay & Display Surface Car Park (ReFlex-operated, ANPR)
🕒 Open: 24 hours daily (no gate closures)
🌟 Rating: 4.4 / 5 (user reviews on parking platforms)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Up to 1 hour: £2.00
Up to 2 hours: £3.50
Up to 4 hours: £6.00
Over 4 hours / 24-hour max: £8.00
Evening Special (18:00–08:00): £4.00
Monthly Permit: £120 (online subscription)
Payment: On-site machines (card/contactless) or via ReFlex Parking app (no transaction fee)
Enforcement: ANPR; overstays incur £25 surcharge
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~60 marked bays |
| Surface | Level tarmac |
| Lighting | Full LED throughout |
| Security | ANPR entry/exit logging; CCTV cameras |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans & 4×4s) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 4 marked bays immediately adjacent to pedestrian exit
Drop-Off Zone: Layby beside entrance for quick loading/unloading
Access Routes: Step-free path to station approach & town centre
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Station Square Car Park (4×22 kW BP Pulse) – 3-min walk
Tesco Express (2×7 kW Pod Point) – 5-min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00–09:00 | 85 % | Commuters to Station |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Shoppers & café visitors |
| Evenings 18:00–22:00 | 50 % | Theatre & dinner guests |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 75 % | Weekend retail traffic |
Pro Tip: Book via app to secure a bay during weekday mornings; evening flat-rate offers great value.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Maidenhead Station Entrance | 3 min | Fast rail access to London & Reading |
| The Peninsula Shopping Centre | 4 min | Retail, cafés & public toilets |
| Town Wharf (Thames Path) | 6 min | Riverside dining & scenic riverside walk |
| Norden Farm Arts Centre | 8 min | Theatre, cinema & workshops |
| Tesco Express (High St) | 5 min | Groceries & ATM |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: Peninsula Shopping Centre
ATM: HSBC & Barclays in station concourse
Pharmacy: Boots (Station Road)
Café: Costa Coffee (inside station)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Square Car Park | 3 min | £9.00/day | 24 h | Rapid EV chargers & barrier entry |
| Shoppenhangers Road Car Park | 5 min | £7.30/day | 24 h | Larger capacity, season tickets |
| On-Street Pay & Display (High St) | 4 min | £2.00/hr; 2 h free | 10 h | Cheapest short-stay option |
⚠️ Important Notices
Pay & display or app payment must cover the full stay to avoid surcharge.
ANPR enforces exact entry/exit times—ensure correct plate entry.
Evening special rate applies only if entry after 18:00 and exit before 08:00.
📌 Expert Tips
Monthly Saver: If you park >15 days/month, the £120 permit is most cost-effective.
App Bonus: Use the ReFlex app for automatic top-up and extension without returning to your car.
EV Plan: Charge at Station Square before parking here for seamless station visits.
🔮 Future Developments
2025 Proposal: ReFlex exploring installation of 6×7 kW EV bays in overflow section.
2026 Plans: Site-wide resurfacing and new wayfinding signage under town renewal program.