The Glass Works Shopper Car Park Parking, Barnsley
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- S70 1SF
- Capacity
- ~360 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 19 | 53 | 77 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 53 | 67 | 58 | 29 | 10 | 5 |
| Tue | 19 | 53 | 77 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 53 | 67 | 58 | 29 | 10 | 5 |
| Wed | 19 | 53 | 77 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 53 | 67 | 58 | 29 | 10 | 5 |
| Thu | 19 | 53 | 77 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 43 | 53 | 67 | 58 | 29 | 10 | 5 |
| Fri | 19 | 53 | 77 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 48 | 58 | 72 | 62 | 34 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 19 | 24 | 29 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 29 | 24 | 19 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About The Glass Works Shopper Car Park
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is a multi-storey car park near Barnsley railway station, popular with commuters and day-trippers alike. This is a major parking facility with approximately 360 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), one of the largest in the area. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. This is a paid car park.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the crunch time for station parking. The car park tends to fill steadily from 7am, with peak occupancy around 9am when the morning rush is in full swing. Weekend and evening travel is far less pressured. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Monday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 360 spaces, that is roughly 288 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 72 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Barnsley
With 16 car parks in Barnsley, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. Car Park (way/170670617) is the nearest alternative at just a short walk, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does The Glass Works Shopper Car Park have?
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park in Barnsley has approximately 360 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at The Glass Works Shopper Car Park?
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is a paid car park.
When is The Glass Works Shopper Car Park busiest?
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is The Glass Works Shopper Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is The Glass Works Shopper Car Park?
The Glass Works Shopper Car Park is a railway station car park with multi-storey parking.