? Type: Pay & Display Surface Car Park (Short-Stay)
?️ Jurisdiction: South Cambridgeshire District Council
? Open: 08:00 – 18:00 Mon–Sat (Sundays & Bank Holidays free)
? Rating: 4.2/5 (local feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff: £0.80 per hour
Maximum Stay: 3 hours (no return within 1 hour)
Overstay Penalty: £50 PCN if exceeding max stay
Payment: Pay & Display machines (card/contactless) or RingGo app (Zone ID: 3502)
Blue Badge Holders: Free up to 3 h (display badge & register via RingGo)
Permits: No resident or business permits
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~45 marked bays |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with white bay markings |
| Lighting | Street-lamp coverage |
| Security | CCTV coverage & regular council patrols |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 marked Blue Badge bays near the High Street exit
Accessible Routes: Drop-kerb crossings; level paviers to shops and church
Drop-Off Zone: Layby adjacent to car park entrance
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Babraham Park & Ride: 8×7 kW Pod Point units (4 mi / 10 min drive)
Addenbrooke’s Hospital P&R: Rapid chargers available (5 mi / 12 min drive)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (09–11) | ~85 % | Shoppers & post office users |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~60 % | Café patrons & supermarket |
| Saturdays (10–14) | ~95 % | Weekend shoppers & market-goers |
| Evenings & Sundays | ~10 % | Local residents |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 on Saturdays to secure a bay ahead of peak market traffic.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Sawston High Street Shops | On-site | Retail, cafés & public toilets |
| St Mary’s Church | 2 min | Historic parish church |
| Village Green & Play Area | 3 min | Green space for children & picnics |
| Sawston Pavilion Café | 5 min | Lakeside refreshments & toilets |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Strict patrols Mon–Sat; PCNs for non-payment or overstay
Overnight Parking: Prohibited—gates closed outside operating hours
Surface Warning: Bay lines can become slippery when wet—exercise caution
? Expert Tips
App Pre-Pay Hack: Use RingGo auto-renew to avoid return trips to machine.
Market Day Strategy: Park here and walk to The Shelf Hanger Market on Saturdays for fresh produce.
Badge Ease: Blue Badge holders avoid machine payments—register in advance via app.
? Future Developments
2025: Council exploring sensor-based occupancy displays for RingGo integration.
2026+: Feasibility study for a single EV charging post powered by solar canopies.
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