? Open: 24/7
? Rating: 4.2/5 (praised for convenience, noted for occasional litter)
Cost: Free (no time restrictions)
Payment: Not required
Permits: None (first-come, first-served)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~80 (unmarked bays) |
| Surface | Tarmac (well-maintained, minor cracks) |
| Lighting | Partial (functional but dim after dusk) |
| Security | Passive CCTV (no active monitoring) |
| Height Limit | 2.1m (unsuitable for large vans) |
Disabled Access: Flat terrain but no designated bays
Nearest Adapted Parking: Bracknell Town Centre (4-min drive, 10x bays)
Drop-Off Zone: Along Opladen Way (no kerb restrictions)
On-Site Charging: None
Nearest Options:
Pod Point (Sainsbury’s RG12 1EN – 4x 7kW) – 5-min drive
BP Pulse (Tesco Extra RG12 1DF – 2x 50kW) – 7-min drive
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 7–9AM | 95% | Office commuters |
| Weekdays 12–2PM | 60% | Town centre shoppers |
| Saturdays 10AM–4PM | 85% | Leisure visitors |
| Evenings after 6PM | 20% | Gym/cinema-goers |
| Pro Tip: Arrive by 8AM on weekdays or use Market Street Car Park (3-min walk) if full. |
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Bracknell Town Centre | 12-min | Direct route via pedestrian underpass |
| Bracknell Station | 15-min | Fast trains to London Waterloo |
| The Lexicon | 10-min | 120+ shops & restaurants |
| South Hill Park | 8-min | Green space & events |
Essentials:
Public Toilets: Princess Square (10-min walk)
ATM: Lloyds Bank (Town Centre, 12-min walk)
Food & Drink:
The Old Manor (3-min walk) – Gastropub
Bracknell KFC (5-min drive) – Late-night drive-thru
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ring (Town Centre) | 0.3 miles | £1.20/hour | 3h | Covered & secure |
| Sainsbury’s RG12 1EN | 1 mile | Free (3h) | 3h | Charging points |
| Tesco Extra RG12 1DF | 1.2 miles | Free (2h) | 2h | EV charging |
Overnight Parking: Tolerated but no formal policy (avoid multi-day stays)
Event Days: High demand during:
Bracknell Festival (July)
Christmas Market (December)
Maintenance: Annual resurfacing (last done March 2024)
Rainy Days: Stick to the western side – better drainage.
Lexicon Hack: Park here + walk to avoid town centre fees (£2.50/hour).
EV Workaround: Charge at Sainsbury’s while shopping (free for 3h).
2025: Proposed pedestrian pathway to town centre (under consultation).
2026: Potential solar lighting upgrade (TBC).
Low fine activity reported by drivers.
No user price reports submitted yet for this car park.
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