Car Park, Bude Parking, Bude
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Car Park, Bude is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 56% full — roughly 84 of ~150 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Car Park, Bude is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 20% full — roughly 120 of ~150 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- EX23 8NF
- Capacity
- ~150 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Operator
- Cornwall Council
Opening hours: 09:00-18:00
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 this car park
this car park offers general parking in Bude for visitors and locals. With approximately 150 spaces, this is a sizeable car park that can absorb a fair amount of demand. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. The car park is managed by Cornwall 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 larger capacity means you’re unlikely to be turned away except during the busiest periods.
Busyness in detail
This car park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 150 spaces, that is roughly 82 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 68 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 Bude
this car park is one of just 3 car parks in Bude, so options are limited — plan ahead during busy periods. An Mor Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 600m, a good backup if this car park is busy.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Car Park, Bude have?
Car Park, Bude in Bude has approximately 150 parking spaces.
When is Car Park, Bude busiest?
Car Park, Bude is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 56% full — roughly 84 of ~150 spaces in use.
When is Car Park, Bude quietest?
The best time to find a space at Car Park, Bude is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 20% full — roughly 120 of ~150 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Car Park, Bude?
Car Park, Bude is a car park with surface parking, operated by Cornwall Council.