🚗 Westminster Park Car Park – The Complete Ellesmere Port Parking Guide
Free 24/7 parking at Westminster Park – minutes from green spaces, playgrounds & sports pavilion; ideal for families and recreation seekers.
🚗 Type: Free Public Surface Car Park (Cheshire West & Chester Council)
🕒 Open: 24 hours / day, 7 days / week
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (Google Reviews average)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Free (no time limits)
Payment: Not required
Future Changes: No charges planned; council monitoring usage for potential EV bay trial
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~60 marked bays |
| Accessible Bays | 2 Blue Badge bays (unreserved) |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | Perimeter mast lighting (dusk–dawn) |
| Security | Occasional park ranger patrols; no CCTV |
| Height Limit | None (van- and minibus-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level surface throughout; two marked bays close to pavilion entrance
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Woodfield Road North directly outside car park
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
Cheshire Oaks Shopping Village: 1.2 mi (Pod Point & InstaVolt rapid units)
Asda Ellesmere Port: 1.5 mi (BP Pulse 50 kW)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 9 AM–5 PM | ~25 % | Dog walkers & joggers |
| Weekdays early evening | ~15 % | Local sports club users |
| Saturdays 10 AM–2 PM | ~80 % | Families & picnickers |
| Sundays 10 AM–4 PM | ~70 % | Park visitors & anglers |
Pro Tip: For weekend park-run or family days out, arrive before 9 AM to secure a bay without overflow.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster Park Pavilion | < 1 min | Café, restrooms & community hall |
| Children’s Play Area | 2 min | New equipment & picnic tables |
| Ellesmere Port Sports Club | 5 min | Football pitches & tennis courts |
| Cheshire Oaks Canal Towpath | 10 min | Riverside walking & cycling route |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Pavilion (open daily 9 AM–5 PM)
ATM: Co-op Foodstore (St David’s Way) – 1 mi / 20 min walk
Pharmacy: LloydsPharmacy (Garden City Shopping Centre) – 1.4 mi / 5 min drive
Food & Drink
Pavilion Café (on-site): Hot drinks & light bites – immediate
The Badger Inn (Whitby Rd): Traditional pub fare – 0.8 mi / 15 min walk
Costa Coffee (Morrisons): Drive-thru & café – 1.2 mi / 4 min drive
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitby Road Pay & Display | 0.5 mi | Free (2 h max) | 2 h | On-street convenience |
| Garden City Shopping Car Park | 1.4 mi | Free (3 h max) | 3 h | EV charging on-site |
| Town Centre Multi-Storey | 1.6 mi | £1.20/hr | 24 h | Covered, staffed & CCTV |
⚠️ Important Notices
No Overnight Camping: Strictly day-use only; vehicles left overnight may be towed.
Event Days: Community fun days (May & August) can fill car park by 8 AM—use alternative sites.
Maintenance Closures: Autumn leaf-clearance scheduled November 2025; temporary signage posted.
No Security Personnel: Park at your own risk—lock vehicles and conceal valuables.
📌 Expert Tips
Early Bird Hack: Weekday mornings are quiet—ideal for uninterrupted dog walks.
Picnic Prep: Load up at Garden City supermarket nearby; return for a riverside lunch.
Cycle & Park: Secure your bike at the pavilion racks and explore the towpath without worrying about space.
Rainy Day Advice: Pavilion roof covers give shelter—park closest to the building on wet days.
🔮 Future Developments
2026: Council to pilot installation of two charging points and upgraded LED lighting.
Beyond: Possible addition of EV-only bays pending user-demand survey results.
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