? Type: Council-Operated Off-Street Short-Stay Car Park
? Open:
• Mon–Sat 08:00 – 18:00 (Pay & Display)
• Sun & Bank Holidays Free (no pay & display)
? Rating: 4.0 / 5 (Google Reviews)
? Pricing & Permits
Up to 30 min: Free (designated bays only)
Up to 1 h: £0.70
Up to 2 h: £1.30
Up to 3 h: £3.00
Up to 4 h (max stay): £5.00
Overstay Penalty: £70 fixed penalty (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days)
Payment: Pay & Display ticket machines (coins, cards)
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 30 (white-lined bays) |
| Disabled Bays | 2 marked Blue Badge spaces |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear bay lines |
| Lighting | Overhead LED lamps |
| Security | Occasional CCTV patrols |
| Height Limit | None (suitable for vans) |
♿ Accessibility
Level access from pavement to bays
Wide marked access aisle at disabled spaces
Nearest Adapted Parking: Gloucester Road Car Park (BS7 8BN; 2 bays)
Drop-Off Zone: Short section of single yellow line (observe signage)
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Gloucester Road Car Park: 4× 7 kW chargers – 3-minute walk
Richmond Road (near Redland station): 2× 22 kW chargers – 5-minute walk
? Peak Times & Occupancy (Estimates)
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:30–10:30 | 80 % | Local shoppers & commuters |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 60 % | Midday café & boutique visits |
| Weekdays 17:00–19:00 | 55 % | Evening leisure visitors |
| Saturdays 10:00–14:00 | 95 % | Weekend shoppers |
| Sundays All Day | 25 % | Market & churchgoers |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 09:00 AM on weekdays for the best chance of a bay.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Road Shops | 2 min | Independent cafés, boutiques |
| Redland Station | 6 min | Severn Beach Line services |
| Clifton Village | 12 min | Upscale dining & riverside pubs |
| Bristol Zoo Gardens | 20 min | Scenic walks & family attraction |
? Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public toilets: Redland Library (5 min)
ATM: NatWest (Gloucester Road, 3 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (Gloucester Road, 3 min)
Food & Drink
The Bristolian Deli (1 min)
Society Café (2 min)
The Station Café (3 min)
The Zephyr Bar & Kitchen (5 min)
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Road Car Park | 0.1 mi | Same short-stay rates | 4 h | On-site EV charging |
| Redland Station Car Park | 0.3 mi | Pay & Display (£1 / h) | No limit | Direct rail access |
| Albion Road On-Street Bays | 0.2 mi | Free after 18:00 & Sun | 2 h | Street parking for evening visits |
⚠️ Important Notices
Strict Enforcement: PCNs issued for overstay or non-payment
Event Days: High demand during Redland Food Festival (July) & Christmas Fayre (Dec)
Maintenance: Annual lining & signage review each April
? Expert Tips
Season Ticket: 20-day strip tickets available from Bristol City Council for regular users
Overrun Protection: Use pay-by-phone apps to extend stay remotely
Bay Choice: Park near the eastern side for quickest exit onto Station Road
? Future Developments
2025: Proposal to install 2 rapid EV bays under the “Go Ultra Low” scheme
2026: Digital pay-by-plate ticket machines planned
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
No user price reports submitted yet for this car park.
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