🚗 St. Endellion Car Park – The Complete Port Isaac PL29 3SG Guide
Scenic parking at St. Endellion – affordable pay-and-display, free Blue Badge bays, 24/7 access & steps from coastal paths, village & beach.
🚗 Overview
Type: Surface Pay-&-Display Car Park (Managed by Cornwall Council)
Open: 08:00–18:00 daily (pay-and-display); free outside these hours
Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.3/5 (visitor reviews)
💰 Tariffs & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.00 | Minimum session 15 minutes |
| 1–2 hours | £2.00 | |
| 2–4 hours | £4.00 | |
| Over 4 hours | £6.00 | Maximum daily cap |
| Blue Badge Bays | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock |
| Return Restriction | No return within 1 h after exit |
Payment: On-site machines (coins, card, contactless) or RingGo app.
Season Permits: Not available; consider all-day ticket if staying long.
📊 Capacity & Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | Approx. 50 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 bays closest to village entrance |
| Surface | Tarmac with white bay lines |
| Lighting | Solar-powered bollard lighting |
| Security | Occasional council patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Blue Badge Bays: 4 clearly signed bays; free up to 3 h.
Drop-off Zone: Short-stay lay-by by ticket machine (10 min).
Paths: Level, paved route to village square and harbour.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site: None
Nearest Charging:
Wadebridge Tesco (4×7 kW) – 12 mi / 25 min drive
Port Isaac visitor centre (seasonal mobile charger)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | 70 % | Coastal walkers & locals |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 50 % | Lunch-time visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | 60 % | Afternoon beachgoers |
| Weekends & Summer | 95 % | Peak tourist season |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:30 in summer to secure waterside bays for the day.
🚶 Walkability & Attractions
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Port Isaac Village Centre | 2 min | Shops, cafés, pub & famous TV filming spots |
| South West Coast Path | <1 min | Stunning cliff-top walking routes |
| Port Gaverne Beach | 5 min | Picturesque sandy cove & rock pools |
| Port Isaac Harbour | 3 min | Boat trips, fishermen’s cottages & gallery |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
ATM: Nationwide in village shop (2 min)
Pharmacy: Port Isaac Health Centre (5 min)
Food & Drink:
The Golden Lion (seafood & pub fare)
Nathan Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen (fine dining)
Public Toilets: Village car park (coin-operated)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Gaverne Car Park | 0.2 mi | £4.00/day | 24 h | Views & cliff-top access |
| St. Endellion Church CP | 1 mi | Free | 2 h max | Quiet, short-stay rural alternative |
| On-Street Bays (Lower Street) | Adjacent | Free after 18:00 | — | Evening & overnight free |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Patrols 08:00–18:00; overstays incur Penalty Charge Notices.
Machine Hours: Outside pay-period bays remain signed; free after 18:00 but observe no-return rule.
Road Conditions: Narrow approach roads; larger vehicles may prefer Port Gaverne lot.
📌 Expert Tips
Fishing Trips: Blue Badge holders park free near harbour for easy boat access.
TV Fans: Park at St. Endellion and walk into village to avoid crowds during filming season.
Picnic Planners: Grab an all-day ticket and enjoy picnic tables by the reservoir.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: Cornwall Council reviewing installation of 4 EV chargers and improved signage.
2026: Proposal to add CCTV for increased security during off-season.
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