🚗 Shepperton Lock & Weir Car Park – CG6G+QJ, Shepperton TW17 0QR
Free 4-hour riverside parking at Shepperton Lock – idyllic Thames walks, pubs & shops just steps away.
🚗 Type: Free Public Surface Car Park (Spelthorne Borough Council)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (no closing hours)
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (community feedback praises scenic location and ease of use)
💰 Pricing & Permits
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Cost: Free for first 4 hours. After 4 hours a Penalty Charge Notice may be issued.
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Restrictions: Maximum stay 4 hours; overnight parking tolerated but not officially permitted.
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Blue-Badge Holders: Exempt from time limit; badge must be displayed.
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Season Permits: Available via council for regular users (contact Spelthorne BC).
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | Approximately 45 bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with painted bay lines |
| Lighting | Modest LED lighting along perimeter |
| Security | No CCTV; occasional park ranger patrols |
| Height Limit | None (standard cars & small vans) |
| Barrier System | None |
♿ Accessibility
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Disabled Access: Two marked bays close to the river path; level tarmac approach.
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Drop-Off Zone: Informal layby beside entrance gate for quick passenger unloading.
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Pedestrian Routes: Direct riverside path and footbridge links to High Street and towpath.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None
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Nearest Chargers:
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Shepperton Station Car Park (0.6 mi; 2×7 kW) – 12-min walk
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Tesco Sunbury (1.5 mi; 4×7 kW) – 5-min drive
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📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 10–12 PM | ~70 % | Riverside walkers |
| Weekdays 4–6 PM | ~60 % | Pub & café visitors |
| Weekends 11 AM–3 PM | ~90 % | Families & cyclists |
| Evenings after 6 PM | ~40 % | Sunset photographers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 11 AM on weekends to secure a bay close to the water’s edge.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Thames Towpath | Immediate | Scenic riverside strolls |
| The Lock House Café | 2 min | Riverside tea, meals & restrooms |
| Shepperton High Street | 8 min | Shops, pubs & ice cream parlours |
| Shepperton Station | 12 min | Rail links to London and Weybridge |
| River Thames Boat Hire | 3 min | Canoe & paddleboard rentals |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
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Public Toilets: The Lock House Café (2 min)
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ATM & Shop: Co-op (High Street, 8 min)
Food & Drink
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The Boaters Inn: Classic pub meals (4 min)
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Lock Island Café: Riverside sandwiches & coffee (3 min)
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The Waterside: Modern British dining (7 min)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
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| Shepperton Station Car Park | 0.6 mi | £2.50 ½ day | 24 h | EV charging & shelter |
| High Street Pay & Display | 0.4 mi | £1.20/hr | 4 h | Closer to shops & services |
| Riverside Road Laybys | 0.2 mi | Free (2 h max) | 2 h | Quick coffee runs |
| Walton Bridge Car Park | 1.8 mi | Free | All day | Quiet, scenic alternative |
| Tesco Sunbury Car Park | 1.5 mi | Free (3 h) | 3 h plus charge | Supermarket convenience & EV bays |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Overstay Risk: Vehicles parked beyond 4 hours may incur PCN.
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Flooding: Low-lying bays can flood on exceptionally high tides—park on higher ground if river levels rise.
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No Lighting in Far Bays: Use bays near entrance after dusk for safety.
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Towpath Maintenance: Path closures occasionally occur for riverbank works—heed signage.
📌 Expert Tips
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Early Bird: Weekday arrivals before 10 AM get prime riverside spots.
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Badge Trick: Blue-badge holders enjoy unlimited stay—register badge online first.
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Picnic Hack: Grab takeaway from High Street and picnic on island benches by the lock.
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Cyclists: Secure your bike to the rack by the café for a combined ride-and-walk adventure.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Council exploring installation of two solar-powered EV chargers at the car park entrance.
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2026: Proposal to extend bays by 15 spaces subject to environmental impact assessment.
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