? Type: Surface Pay & Display & Permit Car Park (Operated by Buckinghamshire Council)
? Open: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; free outside these hours & on Sundays & bank holidays
? Rating: 4.2 / 5 (commuter feedback)
? Pricing & Permits
Tariff (Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00):
Up to 1 h: £1.00
1–2 h: £1.80
2–4 h: £3.60
Over 4 h (max 24 h): £5.00
Season Permits: Weekly £12 · Monthly £40 · Annual £420 (permit holders only)
Blue Badge Holders: Free at any time (badge displayed)
Payment: Pay & Display machines (cash/card) or RingGo app (zone code 5678)
Enforcement: ANPR & Civil Enforcement patrols; display valid ticket/permit
? Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | ~80 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 6 bays adjacent to station entrance |
| Surface | Level tarmac with clear bay lining |
| Lighting | LED columns along access aisles |
| Security | CCTV at entry & exit; periodic patrols |
| Entry/Exit | Unbarriered; clear signage to pay machines |
♿ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Dropped kerbs to station ramp & pavement
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by at forecourt for quick set-down
? EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
2 × 7 kW Pod Point at Station Car Park MSCP (5 min walk)
4 × 22 kW Ubitricity lampposts on Castle Hill Road (8 min walk)
? Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07–09 AM | 95 % | Rail commuters |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | 45 % | Village shoppers |
| Weekdays 4–6 PM | 85 % | Evening return commuters |
| Evenings & Weekends | Free | Off-peak & leisure visits |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 07:30 AM for best bays; after 18:00 parking is free.
? Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Taplow Station Platform | 2 min | Direct service to London & Oxford |
| Taplow Village Centre | 8 min | Café, pub & convenience shop |
| Thames Path Riverside Walk | 5 min | Scenic riverside trail |
| Maidenhead Town Centre (bus) | 10 min | Frequent bus link via Station Road |
?️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Park MSCP | 5 min dr | £1.50 / h; £8 / day | 24 h | Covered, EV charging & CCTV |
| Castle Hill Road On-Street | 8 min | £1.20 / h; 4 h max | 4 h | Slightly lower hourly rate |
| Cookham High St Lay-bys | 10 min | Free 2 h; then £1 / h | 4 h | Free short-stay |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Mon–Sat 08:00–18:00; fines for no ticket or overstay
Overnight Parking: Free outside enforcement hours but at owner’s risk
Maintenance: Annual line-repainting scheduled September 2025; temporary bay closures
? Expert Tips
Commuter Pass: Monthly permit ideal for daily rail travellers—secure a spot every day.
EV Users: Top up at Manor Park chargers before parking here.
Evening Out: After 18:00 park free and stroll to the Ferry Boat Inn for dinner.
? Future Developments
Late 2025: Council evaluating installation of 4 × 7 kW EV chargers in the station lot.
2026: Pilot ANPR pay-by-plate to eliminate the need for display tickets.
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