
Whitegates โ budget off-airport parking, 24/7 shuttle, free evenings & Sundays.
๐ Type: Private Off-Airport Secure Parking (Whitegates Parking)
๐ Open: 24/7 barrier-controlled; continuous access to vehicles
๐ Rating: 4.2/5 (Google Reviews)
๐ฐ Pricing & Booking
Daily Rates:
1โ3 days: ยฃ6.00/day
4โ7 days: ยฃ5.50/day
8โ14 days: ยฃ5.00/day
15+ days: ยฃ4.50/day
Payment Methods: Online pre-booking (card/PayPal), on-site card/contactless
Cancellations: Free up to 48 h before arrival; 50% refund within 48 h
Long-Stay Discounts: Automatic upgrades for weekly & monthly stays
Blue Badge Holders: Discounted rate (contact to arrange shuttle assistance)
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~250 bays |
| Disabled Bays | 8 marked bays (nonce restricted; badge required to book) |
| Surface | Reinforced tarmac with clear bay marking |
| Lighting | High-mast LED floodlights (24 lux average) |
| Barrier | Automated ANPR entry/exit |
| Security | CCTV 24/7; perimeter fencing; on-site security patrols |
| Sheltered Waiting | Covered bus shelters with seating & flight-info screens |
| Signage | โWhitegates Parkingโ directional signage to bays & shuttle |
๐ Shuttle Transfer Service
Frequency: Every 15 min, 24/7
Journey Time: ~8 min direct to all airport terminals
Waiting Area: Indoor kiosk with seating, luggage trolleys & real-time monitors
Accessibility: Low-floor wheelchair-accessible coaches; staff assistance available
โฟ Accessibility & Adapted Facilities
Accessible Bays: Eight bays adjacent to receptionโlevel access to shuttle area
Drop-Off Zone: Kerbside pull-in under canopy for easy luggage loading
Pathways: Smooth, wide footpaths; tactile paving to shelter and reception
๐ Demand Patterns & Seasonal Notes
| Period | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings | 85 % | Business & early flights |
| Weekend Departures | 90 % | Leisure travellers |
| School Holidays | 95 % | Family groups |
| Off-Peak Nights | 40 % | Red-eye & late-return flights |
Pro Tip: Book 2+ weeks in advance for holiday peaks and weekend breaks.
๐ถ Walkability & Local Links
| Destination | Duration | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport Terminals | Shuttle | Direct 8 min transfer |
| Bath & West Holiday Park | 3 min dr | Cafรฉ & shops near airport |
| Felton Village Centre | 5 min dr | Pub, shop & petrol station |
| A38 Bath Road | Adjacent | Bus routes to Bristol city centre |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices & Policies
Enforcement: ANPR ensures only booked vehicles park; tailgating prohibited
Overstay Penalty: ยฃ10 surcharge per extra hour beyond booking
Lost Ticket Fee: Full daily rate if booking reference not presented
Maintenance: Barrier, lighting & drainage inspections monthly
๐ Expert Tips
EV Charging: No on-site chargingโuse airportโs rapid charges post-arrival
Weekend Stays: Weekend flat rate applies Fri 18:00โMon 08:00 at daily rate
Group Bookings: Contact for corporate & multi-vehicle discounts
Flight Delays: Shuttle waits free if flight delayed over 90 minโshow boarding pass
๐ฎ Future Developments & Planning
Q3 2025: Install 4 ร 7 kW EV chargers under operator sustainability plan
Q4 2025: Upgrade to license-plate booking for seamless entry
2026: Feasibility study for +100 bays on adjacent land (ref: CBC/PLN/2024/1272)
Accessibility Audit: Full PAS 1899 review scheduled Dec 2025