🚗 Station Road Car Park – The Definitive Bristol BS6 Short-Stay Parking Guide
Convenient short-stay parking on Station Road, BS6 – 30 bays just off Gloucester Road, minutes from Gloucester Road shops, Redland station & Clifton Village.
🚗 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
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Up to 30 min: Free (designated bays only)
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Up to 1 h: £0.70
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Up to 2 h: £1.30
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Up to 3 h: £3.00
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Up to 4 h (max stay): £5.00
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Overstay Penalty: £70 fixed penalty (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days)
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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
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Level access from pavement to bays
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Wide marked access aisle at disabled spaces
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Nearest Adapted Parking: Gloucester Road Car Park (BS7 8BN; 2 bays)
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Drop-Off Zone: Short section of single yellow line (observe signage)
🔌 EV Infrastructure
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On-Site Charging: None
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Nearest Options:
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Gloucester Road Car Park: 4× 7 kW chargers – 3-minute walk
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Richmond Road (near Redland station): 2× 22 kW chargers – 5-minute walk
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📅 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
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Public toilets: Redland Library (5 min)
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ATM: NatWest (Gloucester Road, 3 min)
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Pharmacy: Boots (Gloucester Road, 3 min)
Food & Drink
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The Bristolian Deli (1 min)
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Society Café (2 min)
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The Station Café (3 min)
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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
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Strict Enforcement: PCNs issued for overstay or non-payment
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Event Days: High demand during Redland Food Festival (July) & Christmas Fayre (Dec)
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Maintenance: Annual lining & signage review each April
📌 Expert Tips
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Season Ticket: 20-day strip tickets available from Bristol City Council for regular users
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Overrun Protection: Use pay-by-phone apps to extend stay remotely
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Bay Choice: Park near the eastern side for quickest exit onto Station Road
🔮 Future Developments
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2025: Proposal to install 2 rapid EV bays under the “Go Ultra Low” scheme
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2026: Digital pay-by-plate ticket machines planned
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