🚗 Woodlands Lane Car Park – The Complete Bradley Stoke Parking Guide
App-bookable parking on Woodlands Lane – secure bays from £3/day, 24/7 access, minutes from Willow Brook Centre, Meadowbrook Park & Bradley Stoke rail link.
🚗 Type: Private App-Booking Surface Car Park (JustPark)
🕒 Open: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (JustPark user reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Standard Daily Rate: From £3.00 per 24 h block (pre-book via JustPark)
Hourly Options: From £0.50 / hour (book in-app)
Weekly & Monthly: Discounted rates available on request via JustPark portal
Payment: JustPark app or website; ANPR entry/exit within booking window
Blue Badge Holders: Book via app as normal; no special concession
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~40 marked bays |
| Surface | Tarmac |
| Lighting | LED bollards at perimeter |
| Security | ANPR-controlled entry; CCTV coverage |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
♿ Accessibility
Level Access: Flat route from bays to pavement; step-free sidewalks
Adapted Bays: Nearest on-street Blue Badge bays on Brook Way (100 m, 2 min walk)
Drop-Off Zone: Lay-by on Woodlands Lane immediately outside entrance
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Public Chargers:
The Grange, Savages Wood Road – 4×7 kW AC Pod Point (0.4 mi, 8 min walk)
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre – 2×22 kW DC (0.9 mi, 5 min drive)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07–09 AM | ~70 % | Commuters & school runs |
| Weekdays 12–2 PM | ~50 % | Shoppers & leisure visitors |
| Weekdays 5–7 PM | ~60 % | Evening classes & gym goers |
| Weekends 10 AM–1 PM | ~80 % | Centre shoppers & families |
Pro Tip: Pre-book a full day on weekdays to lock in the best rate and guarantee a space.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Brook Centre | 4 min | Major shopping & dining hub |
| Meadowbrook Park | 6 min | Green space, playground & picnic areas |
| Bradley Stoke Station (MetroBus) | 8 min | Rapid bus link to Bristol city centre |
| Savages Wood Retail Park | 10 min | Supermarket, cafés & local services |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Inside Willow Brook Centre – 4 min walk
ATM: HSBC (Willow Brook) – 4 min walk
Pharmacy: Boots (Willow Brook) – 4 min walk
Food & Drink
Costa Coffee (Willow Brook): Quick coffee & snacks – 4 min
Nando’s (Willow Brook): Casual dining – 4 min
The Hay Loft Café: Bakery & light lunches – 6 min
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Brook Centre Car Park | Adjacent | £1.20/hr (max £8) | 8 h | Covered, CCTV, EV charging nearby |
| Savages Wood Retail Park | 0.4 mi | Free (2 h limit) | 2 h | Pod Point chargers on-site |
| Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre | 0.9 mi | £2.00/hr | 4 h | 22 kW DC rapid chargers |
⚠️ Important Notices
Booking Required: Spaces may be unavailable without an active booking—drive-ups risk being turned away.
Re-Entry: Unlimited within your booking window; after expiry, a new booking is required.
Enforcement: ANPR monitors misuse; unauthorised vehicles are subject to penalty charges.
📌 Expert Tips
App Alerts: Enable JustPark notifications for last-minute discounts.
Blue Badge Strategy: Book early to secure nearest bays; on-street badge bays are available if full.
Park & Shop: Combine your parking with a midday shopping trip—shops are steps away.
Off-Peak Savings: Weekend early bookings often feature lower flat rates.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: JustPark to pilot solar-powered lighting and wayfinding signage.
2026: Potential introduction of dedicated EV charging bays pending council partnership.
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