Short Stay 3 Parking, Castle Donington
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Short Stay 3 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 335 of ~620 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Short Stay 3 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 477 of ~620 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DE74 2QB
- Capacity
- ~620 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 3
Short Stay 3 provides parking in Castle Donington, serving a mix of visitors depending on what’s nearby. At approximately 620 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby.
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
Short Stay 3 is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 620 spaces, that is roughly 341 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 279 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
With 10 car parks in Castle Donington, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. Should you find Short Stay 3 full, EMA Short Stay 3 (just a short walk away) is the closest option. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Short Stay 3 have?
Short Stay 3 in Castle Donington has approximately 620 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Short Stay 3 busiest?
Short Stay 3 is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 335 of ~620 spaces in use.
When is Short Stay 3 quietest?
The best time to find a space at Short Stay 3 is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 477 of ~620 spaces free.