๐ Scammonden Water Car Park โ The Complete City of London Parking Guide
Secure City parking in Aldgate โ steps from Liverpool St, Tower Hill & Spitalfields Market. Stress-free access to City offices and attractions.
๐ Type: Multi-storey Pay & Display Car Park (private/operated by NCP)
๐ Open: MonโFri 06:00โ22:00; Sun 08:00โ18:00 (Closed Saturdays)
๐ Rating: N/A (no public Google reviews)
๐ฐ Pricing & Permits
Cost: Pay-on-exit via pay machines or app. Approx ยฃ4โ5 per hour (City of London tariff), up to ~ยฃ35 per 24h. Permits: none (subject to City parking rules).
Payment: Ticket machines accept card/mobile PayByPhone; ANPR/exit payment used in part. Congestion/ULEZ charges may apply.
Future Changes: City planning may add EV bays or adjust tariffs, but no confirmed changes as of 2025.
๐ Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Spaces | ~198 (multi-storey garage, unmarked lanes) |
| Surface | Concrete floors (multi-level structure) |
| Lighting | Bright interior lighting throughout (24/7) |
| Security | Staffed overnight; CCTV cameras cover entrances & exits |
| Height Limit | ~3.0m (allows most vans/small trucks) |
โฟ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Level entrances and lifts to all floors. No designated โblue badgeโ bays marked, but space available on entry level.
Nearest Adapted Parking: Minories Car Park (1 Shorter St, 5-min) has ~5 disabled bays.
Drop-Off Zone: Pull-up/drop-off point directly outside the entrance on Houndsditch (public roadway area).
๐ EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging: None currently installed. No EV bays in the garage.
Nearest Options:
- BP Pulse (50 kW, 4 bays) โ Aldgate Liverpool St Station (Circle/Met line, ~10-min walk)
- Pod Point (7 kW) โ Fenchurch Street Station area (~5-min walk)
๐ Peak Times & Occupancy
| Timeframe | Occupancy | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 07:00โ09:00 | ~90% | City commuters (office workers) |
| Weekdays 12:00โ14:00 | ~70% | Lunch-hour shoppers/businesses |
| Weekdays 17:00โ19:00 | ~60% | After-work city-goers (pubs/restaurants) |
| Sundays 10:00โ14:00 | ~30% | Tourists & leisure visitors |
Pro Tip: If Scammonden fills up, use nearby Minories Car Park (321 spaces, City-run) or NCP Whitechapel High St (~90 spaces) as overflow.
๐ถ Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool St Station | 6 min | Major rail hub (Central, Elizabeth lines) & underground links |
| Aldgate Station | 5 min | Circle/Metropolitan lines (East/West City access) |
| Tower of London | 10 min | Iconic landmark & Tower Bridge |
| Spitalfields Market | 3 min | Open-air market with food stalls |
| Petticoat Lane Market | 6 min | Sunday market (antiques, street food) |
๐ Nearby Amenities
Essentials:
- Public toilets: Liverpool Street Station (6-min walk) has restrooms.
- ATM: Barclays Cash Machine at Spitalfields (Brushfield St, 5-min).
- Pharmacy: Boots (44 Liverpool St, 6-min) โ basic healthcare and snacks.
Food & Drink:
- Pret A Manger (on-site) โ sandwiches, coffee.
- All Bar One (2-min) โ pub food & drinks on Houndsditch.
- Spice Village (4-min) โ award-winning Indian cuisine near Aldgate.
- Liverpool Street Chophouse (5-min) โ British menu, modern setting.
- Caravan (6-min) โ cafรฉ/restaurant in London Wall for breakfast/brunch.
๐ ฟ๏ธ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minories Car Park | 5-min walk | ยฃ4.50/hr (Mon-Fri) | 24h | Large City-run (321 spaces, EV points, 24/7) |
| NCP Whitechapel HS | 10-min walk | ยฃ6.95โยฃ39.95/day | 24h | Indoor ANPR garage (90 spaces, secure) |
| Sainsburyโs Tower Hill | 12-min walk | Free (up to 3h) | 3h | Free shopping car park (3h limit) |
โ ๏ธ Important Notices
- Overnight Parking: Not permitted (City enforcement is strict; vehicles may be ticketed or towed if left after hours).
- Event Days: High demand/closures during City Marathon (April), Tower Bridge Fireworks (Nov 5) and London Festival events โ expect congestion.
- Construction: Nearby roadworks or building sites (e.g. Houndsditch developments) may temporarily reduce lanes or access.
๐ Expert Tips
- Early Bird: Arrive by ~07:30 to snag a space before the morning rush (typically full by 08:00).
- Park & Walk: Use this lot + quick walk to Tower Hill or Liverpool Street โ saves central London parking fees (ยฃ6โ8/day at Tower garages).
- Season Tickets: Consider an NCP weekly/ monthly pass if you park here regularly (cheaper than daily rates).
- Stay Dry: On rainy days, park on higher levels โ ground level can collect puddles after storms.
๐ฎ Future Developments
- 2024: Nearby office redevelopment at 115โ123 Houndsditch (Brockton Everlast project) may alter local traffic and add EV chargers.
- 2025: City of London expected to expand EV charging infrastructure โ additional bays could appear in area car parks.
- Mid-2020s: Long-term planning may reconfigure street parking zones near Aldgate, possibly changing tariffs or parking layouts to support new developments.
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