🚗 Thorne Road Edenthorpe Car Park – Your Easy Doncaster Transit Hub
Pre-book secure, affordable parking in Edenthorpe (DN3 2JE) from just £4.79. Ideal for Tesco shoppers, local school runs, and a stress-free alternative to Doncaster city centre congestion.
🚗 Type: Private/Supermarket (YourParkingSpace)
🕒 Open: 24/7
🌟 Rating: 4.7/5 (Average based on YourParkingSpace user feedback)
💰 Pricing & Permits
Cost: Typically £4.79 for up to 6 hours (prices vary slightly based on booking duration and peak demand).
Payment: Exclusive to the YourParkingSpace app or website. You won’t find a pay-and-display machine for these specific pre-booked bays, so make sure your booking is live before you kill the engine!
Future Changes: Shift towards dynamic pricing—booking further in advance usually locks in the lower £4.00 range.
📊 Capacity & Physical Features
| Feature | Detail |
| Total Spaces | Large retail lot (~200+ total, specific YPS bays allocated) |
| Surface | High-quality, level tarmac |
| Lighting | Excellent (standard retail/supermarket floodlighting) |
| Security | 24/7 CCTV and regular store security patrols |
| Height Limit | None (perfect for tall transit vans and SUVs) |
♿ Accessibility
Disabled Access: Excellent. The lot is level and leads directly to the paved pedestrian walkways of Thorne Road.
Designated Bays: Plentiful Blue Badge bays are located closest to the Tesco entrance, though check your YPS booking to see if you are assigned a specific numbered bay.
Drop-Off Zone: Available directly in front of the supermarket entrance (3-min walk from the main parking area).
🔌 EV Infrastructure
On-Site Charging:
- Tesco Edenthorpe (Pod Point): 3 chargers available, offering up to 50kW (CCS).
- Cost: Standard Pod Point rates apply; check the app for live 2026 pricing.
Nearest Rapid Option:
- InstaVolt (Thorne Road Retail Park): 4 devices (160kW) – 5-min drive toward Doncaster.
📅 Peak Times & Occupancy
Live Demand Patterns
| Timeframe | Occupancy | User Profile |
| Weekdays 8-9 AM | 90% | School run & Commuters |
| Weekdays 11 AM-1 PM | 70% | Mid-day shoppers |
| Saturdays 10 AM-4 PM | 95% | Major retail peak |
| Sundays 10 AM-4 PM | 80% | Grocery runs |
Pro Tip: If you’re using this as a “Park & Ride” alternative for Doncaster, aim to arrive before 8:30 AM to snag the bays furthest from the store entrance for a quieter exit.
🚶 Walkability Score
| Destination | Walk Time | Key Benefit |
| Tesco Superstore | 1-min | Groceries, Pharmacy, & ATM |
| Beverley Inn & Hotel | 5-min | Hearty pub food & overnight stays |
| Edenthorpe Hall Primary | 5-min | Stress-free school drop-off |
| The Hub (Local Business) | 3-min | Convenient for local meetings |
🛒 Nearby Amenities
Essentials
- Public Toilets: Inside Tesco (available during store opening hours).
- ATM: Multiple machines at the Tesco entrance (2-min walk).
- Pharmacy: Tesco Pharmacy (Open late).
Food Options
- The Beverley Inn (5-min): A great spot for a steak or a traditional British Sunday roast.
- Tesco Cafe (2-min): Cheap coffee and cooked breakfasts if you’re waiting on a meeting.
🅿️ Alternative Parking Comparison
| Site | Distance | Cost | Max Stay | Advantage |
| Doncaster Central NCP | 12-min drive | £10/day | 24h | City centre heart |
| Sainsbury’s Doncaster | 8-min drive | ~£2.50 (6h) | Limited | Closer to Racecourse |
| Edenthorpe On-Street | Adjacent | Free | 1-2h | Only for very quick stops |
⚠️ Important Notices
Overnight Parking: Permitted via the YourParkingSpace app, but ensure your booking covers the full duration to avoid ANPR fines.
ANPR Cameras: This site is strictly enforced by camera. If you haven’t pre-booked or entered your registration correctly in the app, the fine is almost instant.
📌 Expert Tips
- The “City Escape” Hack: Parking here and taking a quick 10-minute bus or Uber into Doncaster can save you £10+ compared to city-centre multi-storeys during peak event days.
- School Run Strategy: Use the bays near the Thorne Road exit for the fastest escape after dropping the kids off at Edenthorpe Hall.
- Van Owners: Unlike the multi-storeys in town, there are no height barriers here, so it’s the best spot in the area for high-roof vans.
🔮 Future Developments
- 2026: Proposed increase in EV rapid charging bays to meet local demand.
- Late 2026: Potential integration with local council transit apps for easier “Park & Ride” ticketing.
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