
Convenient free parking near Bletchley town centre โ no time limits, 24/7 access, and steps from shops & transport links.
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type | Free public surface lot |
| Open | 24/7 (ungated) |
| Address | 38 Albert St, Bletchley, MK2 2UG |
| Coordinates | 51.9956723, -0.7329227 |
| Council | Milton Keynes City Council |
Cost:ย Free (no time limits)
Payment:ย Not required
Future Changes:ย Potential EV bay conversion (2025 consultation)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~50 (unmarked) |
| Surface | Tarmac with minor potholes |
| Lighting | Partial (entrance only) |
| Security | Basic CCTV (no 24/7 monitoring) |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly) |
Disabled Access:ย Level surface but no designated bays
Nearest Adapted Parking:ย Brunel Centre (5-min walk, 6x bays)
Drop-Off Zone:ย Directly outside carpark entrance
On-Site Charging:ย None
Nearest Options:
BP Pulseย (Bletchley Station, 4x 50kW) – 10-min walk
Pod Pointย (Sainsbury’s MK2 2HQ) – 5-min drive
Live Demand Patterns
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7-9AM | 90% | Commuters |
| Weekdays 12-2PM | 75% | Shoppers |
| Saturdays 10AM-4PM | 100% | Tourists |
| Evenings after 6PM | 30% | Pub-goers |
Pro Tip:ย Use the adjacentย Albert St North Carparkย (93 spaces) when full
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bletchley Park | 15-min | Save ยฃ6 vs. on-site parking |
| Bletchley Station | 10-min | Fast trains to London |
| Tesco Express | 3-min | Late-night supplies |
| The Old Beams Pub | 4-min | Traditional British fare |
Essentials
Public toilets: Bletchley Leisure Centre (4-min walk)
ATM: Post Office (Albert St, 2-min walk)
Pharmacy: Boots (Brunel Centre, 5-min walk)
Food Options
The Willowย (2-min): Cheap breakfasts
Spice of Bengalย (3-min): Award-winning curry
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bletchley Station | 10-min | ยฃ3/day | 24h | Secure |
| Sainsbury’s | 5-min | Free (3h) | 3h | While shopping |
| Fenny Lock | 12-min | Free | Unlimited | Scenic |
Overnight Parking:ย Tolerated but not officially permitted
Event Days:ย Avoid during:
Bletchley Comic Con (August)
Fireworks Night (November)
Maintenance:ย Quarterly surface inspections (next: Oct 2024)
Early Bird Special:ย Arrive by 7:30AM for guaranteed commuter spots
Bletchley Park Hack:ย Park here + walk to save ยฃ6/day
Rain Alert:ย Avoid eastern bays after heavy rainfall (poor drainage)
2025:ย Potential EV charging installation (10 bays proposed)
2026:ย Link Road expansion may increase capacity