🚗 YourParkingSpace Hartford Way Car Park – Chester Business Park Guide
App-bookable parking on Hartford Way – ideal for Chester Business Park commuters, retail visits & quick city access. No machines, pay via app.
🚗 Type: Private App-Booked Surface Car Park
🏛️ Jurisdiction: YourParkingSpace (privately managed)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (access via QR code/barcode from booking)
🌟 Rating: 4.3/5 (YourParkingSpace user reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Hourly Rate: From £1.50/hour (dynamic pricing applies)
Daily Cap: £6.00/day when pre-booked via app
Weekly Pass: £30.00/week (unlimited in/out access)
Payment: Pre-pay in YourParkingSpace app or website; booking confirmation is your permit
Blue Badge Holders: Book free accessible bay in-app (subject to availability)
Future Changes: “Flexi Monthly” subscription planned for Q3 2025
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Bays | Approximately 80 marked bays |
| Disabled Bays | 4 accessible bays (app-bookable) |
| EV Bays | None currently on-site |
| Surface | Smooth tarmac with bay markings |
| Lighting | LED column lighting |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV monitoring & gated access |
| Height Limit | None |
♿ Accessibility
Designated Bays: 4 Blue Badge bays on approach level
Accessible Routes: Level, ramped pathway to Hartford Way footways
Drop-Off Zone: 5-minute free layby slot bookable in-app
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
BP Pulse at Cheshire Oaks (4×50 kW CCS/CHAdeMO, 5 min drive)
Pod Point at B&Q Cheshire Oaks (2×7 kW Type 2, 4 min drive)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Mornings (08–10) | ~85% | Business Park commuters |
| Weekday Lunchtimes | ~50% | Retail & café visitors |
| Weekday Afternoons (16–18) | ~75% | Return-journey office staff |
| Weekends (10–14) | ~30% | Leisure shoppers & gym-goers |
Pro Tip: Pre-book your bay for the full week to avoid daily rate increases and guarantee a spot.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Business Park Units | On-site | Offices, cafés & gym |
| M&S Foodhall & Homebase | 3 min | Groceries & homewares |
| Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet | 10 min | 160+ stores & dining |
| Cheshire Oaks Park & Ride | On-site | Direct bus to Chester city centre |
⚠️ Important Notices
Enforcement: ANPR checks enforce bookings; non-booked vehicles incur £25 admin fee
Overstay Penalties: Extra hours billed at standard hourly rate plus £10 fee
Barrier Access: Ensure QR/barcode is scanned on arrival to avoid lock-in
📌 Expert Tips
Dynamic Deals: Check the app early AM for lowest off-peak rates.
Weekly Savings: A weekly pass pays for itself by day four if you park Mon–Fri.
Badge Booking: Reserve an accessible bay 24 h in advance to secure space.
🔮 Future Developments
Late 2025: Live bay-availability feature in app for real-time vacancy updates.
2026+: Feasibility study for adding 4 × 7 kW EV charge posts under solar canopy.
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