๐ Winsford Multi-Storey Car Park โ Complete CW7 1AB Guide
๐ Winsford Multi-Storey Car Park โ Complete CW7 1AB Guide
๐ Type: Multi-Storey Pay & Display (Operated by Cheshire West & Chester Council)
๐ Open: 24 h daily (enforcement MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; free outside these hours & on Sundays & bank holidays)
๐ Rating: 4.1 / 5 (community feedback)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Tariff (MonโSat 08:00โ18:00):
Up to 1 h: ยฃ1.20
Up to 2 h: ยฃ2.40
Up to 4 h: ยฃ4.80
Over 4 h (max 24 h): ยฃ6.00
Evenings & Sundays: Free (no ticket needed)
Blue Badge Holders: Free at any time (badge displayed)
Season Tickets: Weekly ยฃ15 ยท Monthly ยฃ45 ยท Annual ยฃ450 via council parking office
Payment Methods: Pay & Display machines (cash/card) or RingGo app
Enforcement: Valid ticket or permit required during charge hours; ANPR monitoring
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~350 covered bays over 5 levels |
| Disabled Bays | 12 bays on Level 0 near lift/stair cores |
| Surface | Reinforced concrete with painted bay lines |
| Lighting | LED lighting throughout, motion-activated areas |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV surveillance; occasional patrols |
| Height Restriction | 2.0 m via barrier entrance |
| Entry/Exit | Barriered entry (ticket/ANPR); pay-on-exit |
โฟ Accessibility
Step-Free Access: Lifts and ramps to all levels; clear signage to adjacent streets
Drop-Off Zone: Short lay-by outside ground-level entrance for easy loading
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Chargers: 6 ร 7 kW Pod Point units on Level 1 (standard tariff applies)
Rapid Chargers Nearby: 4 ร 50 kW BP Pulse at Dingle Lane Retail Park (5 min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| MonโFri 08โ10 AM | 90% | Commuters & shoppers |
| MonโFri 12โ2 PM | 60% | Lunchtime visitors |
| Saturdays 10โ4 PM | 85% | Retail footfall |
| Evenings after 6 PM | Free | Dining & leisure patrons |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 8 AM weekdays to secure a Level 0 bay close to the exit.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Winsford High Street | 3 min | Shops, cafรฉs & public amenities |
| Dingle Centre Retail Park | 5 min | Grocery, homeware & EV rapid charging |
| Winsford Railway Station | 8 min | Rail services to Northwich & beyond |
| Winsford Lifestyle Centre | 6 min | Gym, swimming pool & studios |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Public Toilets: High Street (3 min)
ATM: NatWest, Church Street (4 min)
Pharmacy: Boots, High Street (3 min)
Food & Drink:
The Lock Stock Cafรฉ (3 min)
The Meadows Pub (5 min)
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dingle Centre Surface Lot | 5 min | Free 2 h; ยฃ1.20/h | 4 h | EV rapid chargers |
| Church Street Pay & Display | 4 min | ยฃ1.00/h; 4 h max | 4 h | Slightly lower hourly rate |
| Winsford Arches Car Park | 7 min | ยฃ1.50/h; ยฃ6 day | 24 h | Covered & permit bays |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
Enforcement Hours: MonโSat 08:00โ18:00; fines for non-display or overstays
Height Limit: 2.0 m; taller vehicles use Dingle Centre Surface Lot
Maintenance: Annual safety inspection in September; expect partial lane closures
๐ Expert Tips
Season Ticket Savings: Annual permit ideal for daily commutersโsaves ~ยฃ100 yearly vs. daily rates.
EV Users: Top up early in your stay; Pod Points on Level 1 fill up quickly.
Evening Parking: Free after 6 PMโideal for theatre or dining trips.
๐ฎ Future Developments
Late 2025: Installation of additional 10ร7 kW EV chargers across Levels 1โ2.
2026: Pilot of ANPR pay-by-plate system to eliminate ticket machines.
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