Euro Car Parks – The Courtyard Warrington | Secure City Centre Parking
Stress-Free Parking in Warrington Town Centre - Just Minutes from Golden Square & Bus Station!
🚗 Type: Private Paid Car Park | 🕒 Open: 24/7 | 🌟 Rating: 3.8/5 (Parkopedia)
📝 Overview
Located steps from Warrington’s Golden Square Shopping Centre, this Euro Car Parks facility serves as a key parking hub for shoppers, commuters, and nightlife visitors. The gated site underwent ANPR system upgrades in 2023, improving entry/exit flow but maintaining strict enforcement.
🔍 Traffic Heatmap & Occupancy Data
(Source: Warrington Council Parking Study 2023)
Weekday Peaks:
8:00-9:30 AM (commuters) → 95% full
12:00-2:00 PM (lunchtime shoppers) → 80% full
Weekend Peaks:
Saturdays 10:00 AM-4:00 PM → Near capacity
Quiet Times:
Weekdays after 6:00 PM → 40% occupancy
Sundays before 11:00 AM → Plentiful spaces
![Traffic Heatmap] (Peak hours in red, with Thursday evenings surprisingly busy due to nearby nightlife)
🔑 Key Features
✔ ANPR-Controlled – License plate recognition for cashless payments
✔ 120 Spaces – Including:
4 disabled bays (Blue Badge holders only)
2 motorcycle bays
✔ Lighting – Fully illuminated at night
✔ Security – CCTV coverage (3 reported break-ins last year)
✔ EV Charging ❌ (Nearest: Ionity Warrington, 5-min drive)
🚘 Access & Practicalities
Entry/Exit: Single lane with rising barrier
Payment Methods:
PayByPhone App (Zone 4125)
On-site card terminals
Walking Distances:
Golden Square Shopping Centre: 3-min walk
Warrington Bus Interchange: 4-min walk
Warrington Central Station: 8-min walk
📍 Nearby Destinations
Golden Square (3-min walk) – 120+ stores & cinema
Warrington Market (5-min walk) – Award-winning food hall
Time Square (6-min walk) – Entertainment complex
The Parish (4-min walk) – Popular nightclub
Warrington Museum (7-min walk) – Free art & history exhibits
Bridge Street (5-min walk) – Bar and restaurant strip
💷 Pricing Structure (2024 Rates)
| Duration | Rate |
|---|---|
| 30 mins | £1.20 |
| 1 hour | £2.50 |
| 2 hours | £4.00 |
| 4 hours | £6.50 |
| 24 hours | £12.00 |
| ⚠ Overstay Fee: £85 (reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days) |
🅿️ Alternative Parking (1-Mile Radius)
| Location | Distance | Price | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Car Park | 5-min walk | £1.80/hr | 5 hours | Council-run, more lenient |
| Time Square CP | 7-min walk | £3.50/3hrs | 12 hours | Covered parking |
| Sankey Street | 10-min walk | Free after 6PM | N/A | Evening bargain |
⭐ User Reviews Summary
3.8/5 (Mixed Feedback)
✅ “Cheaper than the NCP across town.”
✅ “Perfect for quick shopping trips.”
❌ “Got fined £85 for overstaying by 6 minutes!”
❌ “Barrier system glitches occasionally.”
📌 Pro Tips
Night Out Hack: Evening rate (after 6PM) is £4 until 6AM
App Advantage: Use PayByPhone for remote time extensions
Christmas Warning: December parking fills by 10AM – arrive early
Disabled Note: Blue Badge holders must still register via app
🚨 2024 Updates
New: Dynamic pricing may be introduced for peak events
Warning: Increased ANPR false positives reported – always check payment confirmation
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