Central city parking with ANPR, accessible bays, and direct access to cathedral and dining precinct.
Lower Ford Street Car Park is a multi-level APCOA-operated facility located on Lower Ford Street, serving Coventry city centre shops and restaurants. The lot comprises four levels of sealed concrete bays, offering 280 spaces including 14 accessible bays on Level 1 adjacent to elevator lobbies for step-free access. ANPR cameras control entry and exit; pay-on-foot machines accept coins, notes, and contactless cards. Tariffs are £3 for the first hour, £1.75 for each subsequent hour, capped at £10 per day, with an evening flat rate of £4 after 6:00 pm. LED lighting illuminates each level from dusk until dawn, and a network of 18 CCTV cameras provides continuous surveillance. Covered pedestrian walkways on Level 2 connect directly to the Coventry Cathedral precinct and nearby restaurants within a two-minute walk. Covered signage displays local event listings, bus and tram timetables to the railway station, and maps of the historic city centre. Monthly maintenance includes line repainting, structural inspections, and deep cleaning to maintain a safe, user-friendly environment.