Miller Bridge Parking, Ambleside
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- LA22 0EJ
- Capacity
- ~205 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Westmorland & Furness Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 27 | 50 | 64 | 73 | 78 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 55 | 41 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 27 | 55 | 73 | 82 | 87 | 82 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 27 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Miller Bridge
Positioned within walking distance of Ambleside’s main streets, Miller Bridge caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. There are around 205 parking spaces, making this one of the larger options in the area. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking. Westmorland & Furness Council operates this car park.
When to Visit
Expect the heaviest demand on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm. Weekdays are generally more manageable, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re flexible on timing, Sunday mornings tend to be particularly quiet. The larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
Miller Bridge is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 205 spaces, that is roughly 174 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 31 free. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Ambleside
Ambleside has 9 car parks to choose from, giving you a reasonable number of alternatives if Miller Bridge is busy. Lake Road Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 300m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Miller Bridge have?
Miller Bridge in Ambleside has approximately 205 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Miller Bridge?
Miller Bridge is a paid car park.
When is Miller Bridge busiest?
Miller Bridge tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Miller Bridge quietest?
The quietest period for Miller Bridge is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Miller Bridge?
Miller Bridge is a town centre car park with surface parking, operated by Westmorland & Furness Council.