Castle Quay Car Park South Parking, Banbury
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- OX16 2DY
- Capacity
- ~400 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Cherwell District 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 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 32 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 46 | 50 | 55 | 50 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 27 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 36 | 50 | 59 | 59 | 55 | 50 | 46 | 36 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 9 | 18 | 27 | 36 | 36 | 32 | 27 | 23 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Castle Quay Car Park South
Castle Quay Car Park South offers general parking in Banbury for visitors and locals. With around 400 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by Cherwell District Council.
When to Visit
This car park typically sees steady use through the week with no extreme peaks. Midday tends to be the busiest period, while early mornings and Sundays offer the most availability. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Castle Quay Car Park South is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. With about 400 spaces, that is roughly 240 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 160 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 Banbury
With 13 car parks in Banbury, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. Should you find Castle Quay Car Park South full, Compton Road Car Park (about 100m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Castle Quay Car Park South have?
Castle Quay Car Park South in Banbury has approximately 400 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Castle Quay Car Park South?
Castle Quay Car Park South is a paid car park.
When is Castle Quay Car Park South busiest?
Castle Quay Car Park South tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Castle Quay Car Park South quietest?
The quietest period for Castle Quay Car Park South is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Castle Quay Car Park South?
Castle Quay Car Park South is a car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Cherwell District Council.