🚗 St Ives Secure Car Park – The Complete St Ives TR26 2JH Parking Guide
Secure long-stay parking at Penbeagle Lane – 24/7 gated access, CCTV, EV charging & walkable to Tate St Ives, beaches & town centre.
🚗 Type: Gated Pay-&-Display Surface Car Park (Privately Operated)
🕒 Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week (barrier-controlled)
🌟 Rating: 4.4/5 (local user feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
| Duration | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.20 | Pay-&-Display or RingGo |
| Up to 2 hours | £2.40 | |
| Up to 4 hours | £4.80 | |
| 4–24 hours | £8.00 | Flat daily rate |
| Weekly Pass (7 days) | £35.00 | Display pass visibly; ideal for multi-day stays |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free up to 3 h | Display badge + time clock; validate at kiosk |
Payments accepted at kiosk (cards, coins, contactless) or via RingGo app (location code displayed). Barrier raises on payment or app validation.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 180 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac with durable surfacing |
| Lighting | Full LED perimeter & bay lighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV, barrier entry/exit, on-site attendant |
| Height Restriction | None |
♿ Accessibility
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Blue Badge Bays: 8 bays immediately inside barrier; free up to 3 h (badge + clock displayed)
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Drop-off Zone: Covered lay-by by entrance for 10 min luggage/person drop-off
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Level Access: Flush kerbs; level walkway to town centre & harbour
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: 6 bays with 7 kW chargers (pay-per-kWh via Pod Point app)
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Nearest Additional: None within walking distance—onsite charging recommended
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 09:00–11:00 | 80 % | Town centre shoppers & gallery goers |
| Weekdays 11:00–16:00 | 70 % | Beach visitors & lunch crowds |
| Evenings 17:00–20:00 | 40 % | Restaurant patrons |
| Weekends & Summer Season | 100 % | Tourists & day-trippers |
Pro Tip: Pre-book a weekly pass for holiday stays to guarantee a space during peak summer months.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Tate St Ives | 5 min | World‐class art gallery |
| Porthmeor Beach | 7 min | Surf, sun & seaside cafes |
| Fore Street (town centre) | 8 min | Boutique shops & restaurants |
| St Ives Harbour | 10 min | Boat trips & seafood markets |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
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ATM: Lloyds Bank cashpoint (Market Place, 8 min walk)
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Pharmacy: St Ives Pharmacy (Fore Street, 8 min walk)
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Food & Drink:
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The Balancing Eel (seafood restaurant)
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Porthmeor Beach Café (2 min from beach)
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Public Toilets: Jubilee Pool (5 min walk)
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Car Park (Tregenna Hill) | 0.4 mi | £2.00/day | 24 h | Cheaper long‐stay option |
| On‐Street Bays (Penbeagle Ln) | Adjacent | £1.00/h (2 h max) | 2 h | Free after 18:30 & Sundays |
| Sloop Car Park (Council) | 0.6 mi | £8.00/day | 24 h | Covered barrier control & CCTV |
⚠️ Important Notices
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Barrier Hours: Car park re‐locks overnight 22:00–06:00; vehicles left at owner’s risk
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Return Restriction: No re‐entry within 30 min of exit during paid period
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Enforcement: Penalties for unpaid parking or barrier misuse
📌 Expert Tips
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Summer Stays: Weekly pass is best value for holidaymakers—skip daily payments
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Blue Badge Hack: Validate at kiosk after 3 h to extend if needed for longer visits
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EV Drivers: Charge upon arrival—bays fill quickly during peak season
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Proposal to increase EV chargers to 10 bays and install solar canopy
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2026: Trial of ANPR entry/exit for automated pay‐on‐exit
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