🚗 Wilmslow Road Short-Stay Car Park – Wilmslow Rd, Handforth, SK9 3EZ
Convenient short-stay parking on Wilmslow Road, Handforth – low tariffs, free for Blue-Badge holders, 8 AM–6 PM Mon–Sat & free evenings, Sundays & Bank Holidays.
🚗 Type: Short-Stay Pay & Display (Cheshire East Council)
🕒 Open: 08:00–18:00, Monday–Saturday (free outside these hours, all day Sunday & Bank Holidays except Christmas)
🌟 Rating: N/A (council-managed; praised locally for clear signage and easy payment)
💰 Pricing & Permits
All tariffs apply 08:00–18:00 Mon–Sat.
| Duration | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £0.60 |
| Up to 2 hours | £1.00 |
| Up to 3 hours | £1.50 |
| Up to 4 hours | £2.70 |
| Up to 6 hours | £3.70 |
| Up to 10 hours | £4.30 |
Payment: Pay & Display machines (card/contactless) or RingGo app
Blue-Badge Holders: Free in any marked bay (display badge prominently)
Lost Ticket: N/A (simply pay for maximum stay if unsure)
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | 56 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 3 marked spaces |
| Surface | Asphalt with white bay markings |
| Lighting | Street lamps at regular intervals |
| Security | Occasional CCTV coverage; council patrols |
| Height Restriction | None (suitable for cars and small vans) |
♿ Accessibility
Kerb Access: Dropped kerbs at bay ends and pedestrian crossings
Drop-Off Area: Informal layby outside bays for quick passenger unloading
Pedestrian Routes: Wide pavements link directly to Handforth Village Centre and bus stops
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Chargers:
Miller’s Industrial Estate (0.4 mi; 2×7 kW) – 8 min walk
Handforth Station Car Park (0.5 mi; rapid units via JustPark) – 10 min walk
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:00–10:00 | ~90 % | Commuters & shoppers |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | ~70 % | Lunch-hour visitors |
| Weekdays 16:00–18:00 | ~85 % | Evening shoppers |
| Saturdays 10:00–16:00 | ~95 % | Weekend retail shoppers |
Pro Tip: For guaranteed space on busy mornings, aim to arrive before 08:00 or after 10:00 to avoid the commuter peak.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Handforth Village Centre | 3 min | Shops, cafés & pharmacy |
| Handforth Station | 10 min | Rail services to Manchester & beyond |
| Village Green Bus Stop | 2 min | Frequent bus routes on Wilmslow Road |
| Wilmslow Road Retail Units | 5 min | Light industrial cafés & services |
| Cheshire Green Golf Club | 12 min | Leisure & dining nearby |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
ATM: Tesco Express (0.2 mi; 4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots (Village Centre, 3 min)
Public Toilets: Handforth Library (5 min)
Food & Drink
The Barlaston Arms: Pub meals & real ales (4 min)
Costa Coffee: High-street outlet (3 min)
The Chicken Shack: Casual takeaway (2 min)
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: Civil enforcement officers patrol Mon–Sat; PCN £70 for non-payment or overstay
Time Limits: No formal limit outside charge hours, but be considerate of local residents
Machine Downtime: If a machine is out of order, pay by RingGo app (location code on signage)
📌 Expert Tips
RingGo Hack: Register in advance and top up remotely to avoid returning to the machine
Blue-Badge Strategy: Park in any bay and display badge—no need to pay or set a time
Market Days: On Wednesdays & Saturdays, consider Handforth Station car park (paid via JustPark) for overflow
Evening Visits: Free after 18:00—ideal for dinner or evening events in the village
🔮 Future Developments
2025 Q3: Cheshire East Council consulting on adding two EV charge points at the north end of Wilmslow Road
2026: Proposal to pilot solar-powered lighting upgrade across Handforth short-stay bays
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