? Type: On-Street Pay & Display Bays (Cambridge City Council, Zone R)
? Open: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00 (enforced); free outside these hours & on Sundays & bank holidays
? Rating: 4.1 / 5 (local user feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff (Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00):
Up to 30 min: £0.90
Up to 1 h: £1.80
Up to 2 h: £3.60
Up to 4 h (max stay): £6.00
Evenings & Sundays: Free (no ticket required)
Resident Permits: Zone R permits available from Cambridge City Council (all-zone or street-specific)
Blue Badge Holders: Park free in any bay during enforcement hours (badge clearly displayed)
Payment Methods: Street machines (cash/card) or RingGo/YourParkingSpace app
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~20 parallel bays |
| Surface | Asphalt carriageway with white bay markings |
| Lighting | Streetlamps providing basic illumination |
| Security | Occasional Civil Enforcement Officer patrols |
| Bay Width | Standard 2.4 m (tight for larger vehicles) |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to machines & app zones |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Drivers: Shared bays; blue-badge holders exempt from charges (badge on display)
Step-Free Access: Level footway runs alongside all bays, with dropped kerbs at crossings
Drop-Off Point: Short lay-by outside community centre entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None in immediate bay row
Nearest Public Chargers:
2 × 7 kW Pod Point at Cherry Hinton Road (5 min walk)
4 × 22 kW Ubitricity lamppost chargers on Romsey Town Broadway (7 min walk)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08–10 AM | 90 % | Commuters & school drop-offs |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 60 % | Local shoppers |
| Saturdays 10–4 PM | 95 % | Weekend leisure visitors |
| Evenings after 6 PM | 20 % | Residents & diners |
Pro Tip: For guaranteed bays on Saturday mornings, arrive before 9 AM or switch to nearby Cromwell Road MSCP.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Romsey Town Centre | 3 min | Shops, cafés & community services |
| Cambridge Regional College | 6 min | Campus access & public toilets |
| Cherry Hinton Road Bus Stops | 4 min | Frequent routes to city centre |
| Parker’s Piece | 12 min | Open green space & sports facilities |
? Nearby Amenities
Public toilets: CRC campus (6 min walk)
ATM: Cooperative Bank, Romsey Town (3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, Romsey Town (4 min)
Cafés & Pubs:
The Romsey, local gastropub (2 min)
Romsey Mill Café (4 min)
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell Road MSCP | 7 min | £1.20/hr; £6.00/day | 24 h | Covered, CCTV, EV chargers |
| Victoria Road Surface Bays | 5 min | £1.50/hr; 4 h max | 4 h | Slightly lower rate |
| Romsey Recreation Ground Lot | 8 min | Free (2 h limit) | 2 h | Free short-stay for quick visits |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; penalties for no ticket or overstay
Overnight Parking: Allowed outside enforcement hours at owner’s risk
Maintenance: Occasional street-sweeping and bay re-marking (check signage for dates)
? Expert Tips
Resident Hack: If you’re visiting frequently, consider a Zone R resident permit for unlimited parking.
App Top-Up: Use RingGo to extend your session remotely without returning to the machine.
EV Users: Charge at Cherry Hinton Road when combining a longer stay with a quick shop nearby.
? Future Developments
Q4 2025: Cambridge City Council evaluating installation of 4 × 7 kW EV chargers along Ring Fort Road
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate trial to remove need for display tickets
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