🚗 Ashton Gate Stadium Car Park – The Complete Bristol Sports & Events Parking Guide
Pre-book your BigParking space at Ashton Gate – secure match-day & event parking, season permits & just steps from the stadium and fan zones.
🚗 Type: Private Pre-Book & Pay-On-Arrival Car Park (BigParking-operated)
🕒 Open:
Match & Event Days: Gates open 3 hrs before kick-off; close 2 hrs after final whistle
Non-Event Days: 07:00–22:00
🌟 Rating: 4.2 / 5 (fan & visitor reviews)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Match-Day Fixed Rate: £10 per event (pre-book)
Non-Event Daily: £1.50 / hr (max £6.00 per day)
Weekend Special: £8.00 (all-day Saturday & Sunday pre-book)
Season Permit: £350 / season (covers all home league fixtures)
Payment: Online booking via BigParking website or app; on-site contactless pay machines (card only)
Enforcement: ANPR; overruns incur £25 surcharge
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~2,000 across 4 linked surface lots |
| Surface | Tarmac (Coach & drop-off zones concrete) |
| Lighting | Full LED throughout |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV, regular steward patrols |
| Height Limit | 2.2 m barrier on some entrances |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Bays: 20 bays (marked) adjacent to main turnstiles
Drop-Off Zone: Dedicated coach/drop-off layby at South Gate
Level Access: Ramped routes from car parks to concourse; tactile paving
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None currently
Nearest Chargers:
Queen Square Car Park (Pod Point – 4×7 kW) – 4 min drive
Harbour Road MSCP (BP Pulse – 6×22 kW) – 6 min drive
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Event Days (2 hrs pre-kick) | 100 % | Football & rugby fans |
| Non-Event Weekdays 08–10AM | 30 % | Office workers, visitors |
| Non-Event Weekdays 12–2PM | 50 % | Local shoppers |
| Weekends (non-event) 10–4PM | 60 % | Leisure & café users |
Pro Tip: For Saturday afternoon kick-offs, arrive at gate opening to secure the closest bays; non-event weekends fill from 11 AM.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Ashton Gate Stadium Gates | 2 min | Direct turnstile access |
| Ashton Gate Train Station | 3 min | New rail link to Temple Meads & central Bristol |
| North Street Fan Zone | 4 min | Food trucks, bars & merchandise stalls |
| Harbourside Café Quarter | 10 min | Waterfront dining & public art |
| Southville Village Shops | 8 min | Pubs, bakeries & independent cafés |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
Public Toilets: Stadium concourse (open match/events)
ATM: WHSmith (Stadium shop)
Pharmacy: Boots (Bedminster Parade, 7 min walk)
Food & Drink
The Blueberry (Fan Zone): Street food & craft ales
The Greenbank Pub (Harbourside): Riverside views & real ales
Southville Deli (North St): Pre-match sandwiches & coffee
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Square Car Park | 4 min drive | £1.50 / hr; £6 / day | 24 h | EV charging & covered bays |
| Temple Meads Station Car Park | 10 min train | £8.00 / day | 24 h | Covered, direct rail link |
| On-Street Pay & Display (BS3) | 5 min walk | £2.00 / hr; 2 hr max | 2 hr | Cheapest short-stay near cafes |
⚠️ Important Notices
Pre-booking is highly recommended for all match and event days to guarantee a space.
Car parks close 2 hrs after event end—ensure timely departure or incur surcharge.
Do not park in reserved zones for coaches or permit-only areas; enforcement is strict.
📌 Expert Tips
Season Ticket Hack: Season permits sell out quickly; book before the new season starts to secure a bay.
Event Combo: Pair match-day with a visit to Harbourside—park early to explore before kickoff.
EV Plan: Charge nearby at Queen Square, then head to the stadium in just minutes.
Public Transport Alternative: On-event evenings, consider the train from Temple Meads to avoid traffic.
🔮 Future Developments
2025: BigParking consulting on installation of 10×22 kW rapid EV bays in Lot C (pending planning approval).
2026: Proposal to resurface and expand capacity by ~300 spaces as part of stadium redevelopment.
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