? Type: On-Street Pay & Display (APCOA Connect)
? Open: 24/7 (enforcement Mon–Sat 8 am–8 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm)
? Rating: Not rated (no dedicated reviews)
? Pricing & Permits
| Stay Duration | Tariff | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 minutes | £2.50 | |
| Up to 1 hour | £4.00 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £8.00 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £12.00 | |
| Up to 4 hours | £16.00 | |
| Blue Badge Holders | Free | Up to 3 hours; display badge |
Payment: APCOA Connect app (location code 5621032) – cashless, ticketless, remote extension.
No return restrictions apply beyond maximum stay period.
Penalty Charge: Standard PCN for overstay or no valid session.
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 23 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac road |
| Lighting | Street lighting (city standard) |
| Security | City centre CCTV coverage |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for all vehicle types) |
| Bay Markings | White line markings for each space |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Blue Badge holders park free up to 3 hours; bays unmarked but available on street.
Nearest Adapted Parking: Car Haven Car Park – 6 Changing Places facility, 0.11 mi (5 min walk).
Drop-Off Zone: Short-stay on-street lay-bys just east of Bridge St junction.
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None.
Nearest Options:
Premier Inn Peterborough City Centre (Pod Point): 2×7 kW Type 2 bays – 0.1 mi (2 min)
Broadway Shopping Centre: Multiple rapid bays – 0.5 mi (10 min)
Queensgate Shopping Centre: Dedicated EV bays (charge while you shop) – 0.3 mi (6 min)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Avg. Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 8–10 am | 80% | Commuters & theatre staff |
| Weekdays 12–2 pm | 90% | Shoppers & diners |
| Weekdays 6–8 pm | 40% | Evening visitors |
| Saturdays 10 am–2 pm | 100% | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays 11 am–2 pm | 85% | Leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: Kick off your session early via the app to secure maximum allowed stay without needing to queue.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bull Hotel | 4 min | Lunch & live music |
| Key Theatre | 5 min | Pre-show parking convenience |
| Rivergate Shopping Centre | 6 min | Over 100 shops & eateries |
| Peterborough Cathedral | 8 min | Historic landmark |
| Peterborough Railway Station | 9 min | Trains to London & East Midlands |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Priestgate (City centre, 5 min walk)
ATM: Primark cashpoint inside Queensgate (6 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, Queensgate (6 min)
Food & Drink
The Bull Hotel (4 min): Pub classics & live music
Glo Golf Bar (3 min): Mini-golf with cocktails
Rivergate Food Court (6 min): Various quick-service options
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car Haven Car Park | 0.11 mi | £2.50 min | 24 hrs | Covered bays & toilet |
| Brook Street Car Park | 0.21 mi | From £2.00 | 8 hrs | Cheaper hourly rates |
| Riverside Car Park | 0.23 mi | From £2.20 | 13 hrs | Large capacity |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement Hours: Charges strictly applied during stated times; no free parking outside these hours.
Event Days: Special event controls may apply for festivals at Cathedral Square—check signage.
Maintenance: On-street bays subject to routine repainting and resurfacing (next due Aug 2025).
? Expert Tips
Remote Top-Up: Use APCOA Connect to extend your stay without returning to your vehicle.
Plan Ahead: If bays are full, pre-book nearby APCOA City Centre multi-storey via prebook.apcoa.co.uk.
Blue Badge Hack: Display your badge and register it in the app to park free—no payment needed.
? Future Developments
2025: Peterborough City Council EV strategy may introduce on-street charge points on Bridge Street.
2026: Proposed wayfinding signage upgrade for on-street parking bays in the city centre.
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