Lurke Street Parking, Bedford — Best Time to Park

Q: "How many parking spaces does Lurke Street Car Park have?"

"Lurke Street Car Park in Bedford has approximately 413 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint)."

Q: "Is parking free at Lurke Street Car Park?"

"Lurke Street Car Park is a paid car park."

Q: "When is Lurke Street Car Park busiest?"

"Lurke Street Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm."

Q: "When is Lurke Street Car Park quietest?"

"The quietest period for Lurke Street Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm."

Q: "What kind of car park is Lurke Street Car Park?"

"Lurke Street Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Bedford Borough Council."

413 total spaces (est.)

Paid parking

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

Quietest: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Saturday 10am-4pm

Key facts

Postcode: MK40 3FJ
Capacity: ~413 spaces (estimated)
Type: Town centre
Parking: Multi storey
Charges: Paid
Operator: Bedford Borough Council

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Lurke Street Car Park, Bedford.
Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.

About Lurke Street Car Park

Lurke Street Car Park sits in Bedford town centre, offering parking for visitors to nearby shops and local amenities. With around 413 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. Parking here is paid. The car park is managed by Bedford Borough Council.

When to Visit

Town centre car parks tend to be busiest on Saturdays as shoppers head to the high street. If you can, weekday mornings before 10am or Sundays offer a much calmer experience. Evenings can also work well if you’re visiting restaurants or catching a show. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.

Busyness in detail

Lurke Street Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 413 spaces, that is roughly 372 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 41 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 Bedford

Bedford has a good range of parking with 17 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. St Peters Street Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 300m, 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 Lurke Street Car Park have?

Lurke Street Car Park in Bedford has approximately 413 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).

Is parking free at Lurke Street Car Park?

Lurke Street Car Park is a paid car park.

When is Lurke Street Car Park busiest?

Lurke Street Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.

When is Lurke Street Car Park quietest?

The quietest period for Lurke Street Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.

What kind of car park is Lurke Street Car Park?

Lurke Street Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Bedford Borough Council.

Nearby Car Parks

St Peters Street Car Park 311m away Harpur Centre Car Park 398m away Allhallows Car Park 440m away Queen Street Car Park 469m away River Street Car Park 482m away

More car parks in Bedford

Bedford Station Premium Car Park ~107 spaces Cardington Mill Car Park ~144 spaces Cauldwell Centre Car Park ~23 spaces Florence Ball House Car Park ~59 spaces Foster Hill Road Car Park ~82 spaces Greyfriars Short Stay Car Park ~166 spaces Prebend Street Car Park ~328 spaces RCP Parking Duck Mill Lane ~40 spaces

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Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm	8pm
Mon	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Tue	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Wed	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Thu	5	14	29	48	62	72	77	72	67	62	53	38	19	10	5
Fri	5	14	29	53	67	77	82	77	72	67	58	43	24	14	5
Sat	5	10	29	58	77	86	91	86	82	72	58	38	19	10	5
Sun	5	5	10	19	34	43	48	43	38	29	19	10	5	5	0