Lanivet Village Car Park – Free Parking Hub Near Bodmin & A30 🚗

🚗 Type: Free Public Car Park

🕒 Open: 24/7 (Ungated)

🌟 Rating: 4.0/5 (Local Visitor Feedback) 3

📍 Address: Lanivet, Bodmin PL30 5HE

🌍 Coordinates: 50.443779, -4.764399

📝 Overview

A community-focused car park serving Lanivet village, offering free, unrestricted parking with easy access to local amenities, the A30, and Bodmin. Popular with commuters, school parents, and visitors exploring Cornwall’s countryside.

🔍 Traffic & Occupancy Trends

Peak Hours:
- 7:30–9:00 AM: Commuters & school drop-offs (90% full) 1
- 3:00–4:00 PM: School pickups (80% full) 1
Quiet Times: Weekday afternoons (10:00 AM–2:00 PM)
Surface: Gravel (well-drained; minor puddles after rain)

🔑 Key Features

✔ 100% Free – No permits or time limits 3
✔ 50+ Spaces – Includes disabled bays near the village green 1
✔ EV Charging: None on-site (nearest: Bodmin Parkway, 10-min drive)
✔ Lighting: Minimal – daytime use recommended
✔ Security: Low crime; hide valuables

🚶 Walkability & Amenities

Destination	Walk Time	Highlights
Lanivet Inn	2-min	Traditional pub with car park access 11
Village Shops	3-min	Cafés, pharmacy, post office
Lanivet Moor	5-min	Scenic walks & wildlife 3
Bus Stop	1-min	Routes to Bodmin & St. Austell 69

📍 Nearby Attractions

Bodmin Town (10-min drive) – Museums & shopping
Cardinham Woods (15-min drive) – Cycling trails & café 3
Lanivet Hall for All – Community events & parking overflow 1

🅿️ Alternative Parking

Location	Distance	Price	Max Stay	Notes
Brewers Close	5-min	Free	Unlimited	Residential area 3
Bodmin Parkway	10-min	£3/day	24h	Rail commuters

📌 Pro Tips

School Hours: Avoid 8:30–9:00 AM and 3:00–3:30 PM for quicker access 1.
Event Days: Lanivet Festival fills spaces by 9 AM (check local dates).

🚨 Alerts (2024)

New Proposal: Potential ANPR for non-residents (unconfirmed).

⭐ Visitor Sentiment

4.0/5 3
✅ “Free and convenient for exploring Cornwall.”
❌ “Limited spaces during school runs.”

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