
Ample secure HGV parking at Peterborough Services, Haddon – free for drivers, 24/7 access, on-site diesel, washrooms and café just off the A1(M) Junction 17.
🚚 Type: Motorway Service Area HGV Parking (Extra MSA-operated)
🕒 Open: 24 hours daily (entry/exit via Great North Road slip)
🌟 Rating: 4.3 / 5 (truck-driver feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
HGV Parking: Free (no charge for up to 24-hour stays; no permit required)
Enforcement: Informal patrols by site staff—please park in marked HGV bays
Overstay: Extended stays beyond 24 hours may be asked to relocate to long-stay bays
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total HGV Bays | ~100 marked, tarmac surface |
| Truck Wash Bays | 4 covered high-pressure wash bays |
| Fuel Station | Shell diesel pumps with AdBlue & DEF ports |
| Lighting | Full LED across all compound areas |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV & site patrols |
| Height Limit | None (no low bridges or roofs) |
♿ Amenities & Driver Facilities
Washrooms & Showers: Clean, free access for drivers (code on fuel receipt)
Café & Shop: 24/7 Costa Express, M&S Simply Food, West Cornwall Pasty Company
Rest Area: Indoors seating, free Wi-Fi and driver lounge
Lorry Services: Air & water points, tyre-pressure station
🔌 EV & Alternative Fuel
HGV AdBlue & DEF available on-site
EV Charging: None for trucks; nearest rapid EV chargers at Peterborough Station Car Park (10-min drive)
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 04:00–07:00 | 60 % | Early morning departures |
| Weekdays 12:00–14:00 | 80 % | Lunch hub & refuels |
| Evenings 18:00–20:00 | 70 % | Overnight parkers |
| Weekends | 50 % | Mixed long-haul traffic |
Pro Tip: Arrive before 12:00 for easier truck-wash access and prime parking bays.
🚶 On-Site Navigation
| Point of Interest | Location on Site | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| HGV Parking Bays | Northern compound | Straight in/off A1 exit |
| Wash & Service Area | East side | Covered bays, chemical-resistant floor |
| Fuel Pumps & AdBlue | Central forecourt | Multiple dispensers to avoid queues |
| Driver Amenities Block | South wing | Central access to shops & café |
⚠️ Important Notices
Strictly no private cars or trailers in the HGV compound—stay within marked bays.
Overnight stays must relocate to designated long-stay HGV bays if requested.
Site closes bike ramps and minor entrances overnight for security.
📌 Expert Tips
Driver Loyalty: Use the site’s loyalty card for discounts on fuel and café items.
Wash & Refuel Combo: Book your wash before 11:00 to benefit from off-peak rates.
Rest Smart: Show your fuel receipt at the driver block for free shower access.
🔮 Future Developments
Q3 2025: Addition of 20 covered HGV bays with weather-protected walkways.
2026: Upgrade of driver lounge including extended rest pods and sleep-suite trial.