NT Hill Top Parking, Bowness on Windermere
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
NT Hill Top is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 51% full — roughly 14 of ~27 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at NT Hill Top is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 18% full — roughly 22 of ~27 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- LA22 0LF
- Capacity
- ~27 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- National Trust
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 8 | 16 | 27 | 39 | 43 | 47 | 43 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 16 | 31 | 43 | 51 | 51 | 47 | 43 | 39 | 31 | 20 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 20 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About NT Hill Top
NT Hill Top provides parking in Bowness on Windermere, serving a mix of visitors depending on what’s nearby. With space for around 27 vehicles, it’s a compact site that can fill up fast during busy periods. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. There is a charge for parking. It is operated by National Trust.
When to Visit
Based on typical patterns, this car park sees moderate use during weekday working hours, with a slight peak around midday. Weekends tend to be quieter, making them a good time to visit if you have flexibility. The small size means it can fill up quickly, so consider arriving early or checking nearby alternatives.
Busyness in detail
NT Hill Top is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 50% full. With about 27 spaces, that is roughly 14 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 13 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
There are 5 car parks across Bowness on Windermere, so you have options if your first choice is full.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does NT Hill Top have?
NT Hill Top in Bowness on Windermere has approximately 27 parking spaces.
Is parking free at NT Hill Top?
NT Hill Top is a paid car park.
When is NT Hill Top busiest?
NT Hill Top is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 51% full — roughly 14 of ~27 spaces in use.
When is NT Hill Top quietest?
The best time to find a space at NT Hill Top is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 18% full — roughly 22 of ~27 spaces free.
What kind of car park is NT Hill Top?
NT Hill Top is a car park with surface parking, operated by National Trust.