Braithwaite Fold Parking, Bowness on Windermere
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- LA23 3HB
- Capacity
- ~600 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- South Lakeland 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 | 4 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 38 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 38 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 38 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 38 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 9 | 17 | 30 | 43 | 47 | 51 | 47 | 43 | 38 | 34 | 26 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 9 | 17 | 34 | 47 | 56 | 56 | 51 | 47 | 43 | 34 | 21 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 7 | 15 | 22 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Braithwaite Fold
Braithwaite Fold offers general parking in Bowness on Windermere for visitors and locals. With around 600 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. It’s an open-air surface car park, generally easy to navigate with good visibility of available bays. Parking here is paid. It is operated by South Lakeland 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
Braithwaite Fold is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 600 spaces, that is roughly 330 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 270 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 Bowness on Windermere
With 5 car parks in Bowness on Windermere, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. Glebe Road Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 500m, a good backup if this car park is busy.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Braithwaite Fold have?
Braithwaite Fold in Bowness on Windermere has approximately 600 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Braithwaite Fold?
Braithwaite Fold is a paid car park.
When is Braithwaite Fold busiest?
Braithwaite Fold tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Braithwaite Fold quietest?
The quietest period for Braithwaite Fold is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Braithwaite Fold?
Braithwaite Fold is a car park with surface parking, operated by South Lakeland District Council.