Short Stay 2 Parking, Castle Donington
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Short Stay 2 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 286 of ~529 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Short Stay 2 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 407 of ~529 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DE74 2SA
- Capacity
- ~529 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Generic
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 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 42 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 17 | 33 | 46 | 54 | 54 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 33 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 25 | 21 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Short Stay 2
Short Stay 2 offers general parking in Castle Donington for visitors and locals. At approximately 529 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.
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 substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Short Stay 2 is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 529 spaces, that is roughly 291 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 238 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 Castle Donington
There are 10 car parks across Castle Donington, so you have options if your first choice is full. If Short Stay 2 is full, EMA Short Stay 3 is about 100m away and worth considering. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Short Stay 2 have?
Short Stay 2 in Castle Donington has approximately 529 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Short Stay 2 busiest?
Short Stay 2 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 286 of ~529 spaces in use.
When is Short Stay 2 quietest?
The best time to find a space at Short Stay 2 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 407 of ~529 spaces free.