
Free Local Parking for Gleadless Valley Community
Orpen Drive Car Park is a surface-level facility located off Orpen Drive in the Gleadless Valley area, serving local schools, community centers, and playgrounds. The lot offers approximately 60 asphalt-surfaced bays, including three accessible spaces positioned close to the entrance gate. Operating 6 am8 pm MondaySaturday and 8 am5 pm Sunday, parking is free for local residents and visitors; no pay-and-display machines are provided. CCTV cameras monitor entry, exit, and main parking aisles during operating hours; LED bollard lighting lines pedestrian footpaths to ensure safe evening access. A paved footpath leads directly to Gleadless Valley Road amenities, Gleadless Town End shopping, and bus stops within a three-minute walk. Frequent bus services connect to Sheffield City Centre and Meadowhall. EV charging is not available on-site; the nearest rapid charger is at Meadowhead Car Park, a fifteen-minute drive away. Covered cycle racks accommodating up to eight bicycles are available to encourage sustainable travel to local schools and the community center. Regular maintenance includes re-asphalting and line repainting to maintain a hazard-free environment.