🚗 Clifton Bridge Street Parking (Caledonia Place) – The Complete Clifton Village Parking Guide
Pay & Display bays on Caledonia Place, steps from Clifton Suspension Bridge—free 30-minute ticket, clear tariffs, and insider tips for stress-free visits in BS8.
🚗 Type: On-street Pay & Display (Clifton Village Residents’ Parking Scheme – RPS)
🕒 Open: 24/7 (charging & time limits typically apply Mon–Sat, 09:00–21:00; always check local signs)
🌟 Rating: N/A (public on-street bays)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost (current RPS tariffs):
- Free 30 minutes with a Pay & Display ticket.
- Daytime (Mon–Sat, 09:00–17:00):
- £2.50 (up to 1h) • £5.00 (up to 2h) • £7.50 (up to 3h) • £10.00 (up to 4h) • £12.50 (up to 5h where permitted).
- Evening (Mon–Sat, 17:00–21:00):
- £2.50 (up to 1h) • £5.00 (up to 2h) • £7.50 (up to 4h).
- Maximum stay near Caledonia Place: South of Clifton Park 3h (09:00–17:00) and 4h (17:00–21:00); north of Clifton Park up to 5h.
Payment: Pay & Display machines + RingGo (Caledonia Place location code 2344).
Note: These charges took effect in 2025 and supersede older lower tariffs or any “day caps.” Always follow the machine/signage on the day.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | On-street bays along Caledonia Place and the spur to West Mall (count varies with suspensions/works). |
| Surface | Public roadway (tarmac). |
| Lighting | Standard street lighting after dusk. |
| Security | No dedicated car-park CCTV; general public-realm cameras may operate nearby. |
| Height Limit | None (van-friendly). |
♿ Accessibility
- Blue Badge: Blue Badge holders may park free in council on-street P&D bays (observe any local time plates); display badge and clock as signed.
- Nearest dedicated disabled options:
- Clifton Suspension Bridge (Leigh Woods toll house): very limited disabled spaces adjacent to the toll house.
- West End Car Park (BS8 1EH): multi-storey with Blue Badge bays and lifts.
🔌 EV Infrastructure
- On-site charging: None on Caledonia Place bays.
- Nearest options:
- West End Car Park (BS8 1EH) – approx. 6 × 7 kW bays; pay-to-park applies (~15 min walk).
- Clifton College Sports Ground (BS8 3QD) – destination 7 kW chargers (~12–15 min walk).
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy (typical patterns)
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Primary users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 08:30–11:00 | High (70–90%) | Local shoppers/appointments |
| Weekdays 12:00–15:00 | High | Lunch/errands |
| Saturdays 10:00–17:00 | Very high / often full | Weekend visitors |
| Evenings after 18:00 | Moderate (30–50%) | Dining & events |
Pro tip: For stays >3–4 hours, use West End Car Park (no max stay) and walk into Clifton Village.
🚶 Walkability Score (from Caledonia Place)
| Destination | Walk Time | Why park here |
|---|---|---|
| Clifton Suspension Bridge | ~8–10 min | Iconic views; avoid bridge-side congestion |
| Clifton Observatory & Camera Obscura | ~12–15 min | Scenic hilltop; family-friendly |
| The Mall / Princess Victoria St. boutiques | ~2–4 min | Cafés, shops, services |
| Avon Gorge viewpoint | ~10–12 min | Photo-worthy stop |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
- Public Toilets: Clifton side of the Suspension Bridge (modern facilities including accessible/Radar key; daytime opening). ~10–12 min walk.
- Visitor Info & Gifts: Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre (typical opening 10:00–17:00).
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance (walk) | Cost & Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Car Park (BS8 1EH) | ~15–18 min | Long-stay council tariff; no max stay; pay-on-exit | Large (≈750 spaces), EV bays, covered |
| Trenchard Street Car Park (BS1 5AN) | ~20–25 min | Long-stay council tariff | Central city access; EV bays |
| Clifton Down Shopping Centre (BS8 2NN) | ~15–20 min | Private tariffs | Convenient for supermarket/shops |
⚠️ Important Notices
- RPS rules apply: Display a valid ticket (even for the free 30-minute period). Observe area-specific max stays (Caledonia Place is typically in the south-of-Clifton-Park sub-area).
- Clean Air Zone: Clifton Village itself is outside the central CAZ, but charges may apply on certain approach routes; plan your approach.
- Events & maintenance: Occasional bridge works/closures can affect traffic—allow extra time on weekends and holidays.
📌 Expert Tips
- Stay length: If you need more than 3–4 hours, go straight to West End Car Park; it’s usually faster than hunting for turnover bays.
- Arrive early on Saturdays (by ~09:30) for the best chance on Caledonia Place.
- EV drivers: Consider West End or Clifton College chargers, then walk to the village.
🔮 Future Considerations
- Tariff reviews: Council periodically revises RPS charges; check on-street notices and machines for updates.
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