🚗 Southside Car Park 1 – Wandsworth Town Centre & Shopping Guide
Secure 24/7 parking at Southside Wandsworth – just off Mapleton Crescent, minutes from shops, cinema & Wandsworth Town Station with flexible pay-on-exit rates.
🚗 Type: Multistorey Pay & Display (APCOA Connect)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (open all day, exit until 2 am)
🌟 Rating: Not publicly rated
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Stay Duration | Tariff | Payment Methods |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £2.50 | APCOA Connect app, pay machines |
| 1–2 hours | £3.80 | Credit/debit card only |
| 2–4 hours | £5.80 | |
| 4–6 hours | £8.00 | |
| 6–24 hours | £15.00 | |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 hrs¹ | APCOA Blue Badge registration |
¹ Blue badge holders must register via APCOA Connect but park free for up to 3 hours.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 875 |
| Entrance Height | 2.10 m |
| Surface | Concrete |
| Lighting | Full internal LED lighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV monitoring |
| Lift & Stairs | Yes |
| Staff on Site | Reception desk during opening |
♿ Accessibility
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Disabled Bays: Clearly marked bays on each level, closest to lifts.
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Drop-Off Zone: Covered canopy outside main entrance.
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Level Access: Lift from ground floor to all levels; wide staircases with handrails.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: Dedicated EV bays with APCOA rapid chargers (pay-per-kWh via app).
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Number of Chargers: 8 bays (2 rapid 50 kW; 6 fast 7 kW).
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Approx. Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 8–10 am | 70 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12–2 pm | 90 % | Lunchtime visitors |
| Weekdays 5–7 pm | 60 % | Cinema & dining |
| Saturdays 10 am–4 pm | 100 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays 11 am–3 pm | 80 % | Leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Pre-book via APCOA Pre-book to guarantee a bay on busy weekends.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Southside Shopping Centre | On-site | Over 100 shops, restaurants & cinema |
| Wandsworth Town Station | 8 min | South Western Railway to London & Clapham |
| King George’s Park | 5 min | Riverside green space & tennis courts |
| Cineworld Wandsworth | 2 min | Latest films & IMAX screens |
| All Star Tennis & Wandle Rec Centre | 4 min | Sports & leisure facilities |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
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Public toilets: Inside Southside Centre (Mall level)
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ATM: Barclays (Shop Mall, Level 1)
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Pharmacy: Boots (Mall level)
Food & Drink
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Nando’s, Five Guys, Wagamama & Starbucks (all on-site)
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Caffe Nero & Pret a Manger (entrance level)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Car Park 2 | 0.3 mi | Same tariffs | 24 hrs | Quieter levels, same access |
| Riverside West Car Park | 0.4 mi | £6.50/day | Unlimited | Covered bays & season tickets |
| Wandsworth Common Station | 0.5 mi | £4 day | Unlimited | Secure, sheltered |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Exit Time: You must exit by 2 am to avoid overnight rate.
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Enforcement: APCOA patrols enforce all stays; PCN penalties apply for non-payment or overstay.
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Maintenance: Weekly cleaning; next planned maintenance May 2025.
📌 Expert Tips
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App Convenience: Use APCOA Connect for cashless top-ups and expiry reminders.
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Season Tickets: Save up to 70 % with a monthly or annual pass if you park here regularly.
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EV Hack: Pre-register your vehicle in the APCOA app to start charging immediately on arrival.
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: APCOA plans to install solar canopy over EV bays to increase green energy usage.
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2026: Wandsworth Council reviewing dynamic pricing to better manage peak-time demand.
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