Secure parking at Whitchurch railway station
Whitchurch Station Car Park is a Network Rail-managed surface lot adjacent to Whitchurch railway station. The tarmac facility provides 150 marked bays, including eight Blue Badge spaces and four motorcycle bays. It operates 24 hours; pay-on-exit charges of £4.50 per day for pre-booked rail users via the station portal and £1.50 per hour for non-rail users (capped at £6.00). Barrier entry is enforced via ticket scanning. LED lamp columns ensure full coverage until 1 am, and CCTV cameras monitor all aisles. Pedestrian pathways and lifts provide step-free access to the station platforms. Bicycle lockers for 20 cycles are available near Platform 1. Seasonal peak commuter times see high occupancy; signage directs drivers to Newtown Parking (0.4 km). Monthly maintenance includes line repainting and bay repairs.