🚗 Roundel House Rear Car Park – The Complete Ruislip HA4 6ES Guide
Secure rear parking at Roundel House – affordable pay-and-display bays, free after 6 pm, Blue Badge spaces & easy walk to Ruislip Station & the Broadway.
🚗 Overview
Type: Surface Pay-and-Display (Managed by London Borough of Hillingdon)
Operating Hours: 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; free outside these hours and all day Sunday & bank holidays
Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 (local resident feedback)
💰 Tariffs & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.00 | Minimum session 15 minutes |
| 1–2 hours | £2.00 | |
| 2–4 hours | £3.50 | |
| Over 4 hours | £5.00 daily cap | Covers full 08:00–18:00 chargeable period |
| Evenings & Sundays | Free | Outside chargeable hours |
| Blue Badge | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
| Return Rule | No return within 1 h | After exit during charged hours |
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Payment: On-site machines accept coins, card/contactless or RingGo app.
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Enforcement: Civil Enforcement Officers patrol 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat; PCNs for overstay or no payment.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | Approx. 50 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 bays nearest rear entrance |
| Surface | Tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | LED streetlights covering all aisles |
| Security | Occasional council patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
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Blue Badge Bays: 4 clearly signed bays; free up to 3 h.
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Drop-off Zone: Short-stay lay-by at rear entrance for 10 min.
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Pedestrian Access: Flush kerbs and level route to Roundel House lobby and Broadway.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None
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Nearest Options:
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Ruislip Manor Car Park (4×7 kW Pod Point) – 5 min walk
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Ruislip Station (2×22 kW Rapid) – 6 min walk
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📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | 85 % | Office workers & commuters |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Lunch-hour visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 80 % | Evening return commuters |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 70 % | Shoppers & Broadway visitors |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 08:00 for best bay choice, or park after 16:00 to take advantage of free evening period.
🚶 Walkability & Connections
| Destination | Walk Time | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Roundel House Reception | <1 min | Direct access to offices and facilities |
| Ruislip Station (Metropolitan & Piccadilly) | 6 min | Rail links across London |
| Ruislip Broadway & Station Rd | 4 min | Shops, cafés & bus interchange |
| Ruislip Lido | 12 min | Green space & lakeside leisure |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
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ATM: Barclays & NatWest on Broadway (4 min)
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Pharmacy: Boots Local (2 min)
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Food & Drink:
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Costa & Pret A Manger (Station Rd)
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Local cafés on Broadway
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Public Toilets: Ruislip Manor Library (5 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruislip Manor Car Park | 0.3 mi | £3/day | 24 h | EV charging & CCTV |
| On-Street Bays (Station Rd) | Adjacent | £1.20/hr (2 h) | 2 h max | Cheaper short-stay |
| Ruislip Lido Car Park | 0.6 mi | Free | 4 h max | Leisure parking & free evenings |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Return Rule: No return within 1 h to discourage bay-hopping.
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Free Periods: Bays free outside 08:00–18:00 but signage remains—observe no-return rule.
📌 Expert Tips
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Evening Visits: Park after 16:00 for free stay—ideal for Broadway theatre or dinners.
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Blue Badge Users: Use RingGo’s “Blue Badge” option to validate free stay remotely.
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Office Workers: Consider a weekly commuter permit from council for discounted rates.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Council exploring installation of 4 on-site EV chargers and solar-powered lighting.
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2026: Proposal under consultation to introduce CCTV coverage and expand bay count by 5.
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