Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park Parking, Darlington
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 592 of 650 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 449 of 650 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DL1 5RF
- Capacity
- 650 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Darlington Borough Council
- Nearest road
- Beaumont Street
- Other car parks within 500m
- 11
Nearby landmarks: Houndgate Townhouse (43m), Dolphin Centre (115m), Age UK (124m)
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 29 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 62 | 53 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 29 | 53 | 67 | 77 | 82 | 77 | 72 | 67 | 58 | 43 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 29 | 58 | 77 | 86 | 91 | 86 | 82 | 72 | 58 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 34 | 43 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 29 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park
Located in the heart of Darlington, Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. With around 650 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. Being multi-storey, the car park offers covered parking on several levels — useful when the weather turns. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by Darlington Borough Council.
When to Visit
Saturday is typically the peak day for town centre parking, with demand building from mid-morning through to late afternoon. Weekday visits before 10am are your best bet for finding a space easily, and Sundays are usually the quietest day of the week. At this size, finding a space is rarely an issue — though during major events or peak Saturday demand, even large car parks can feel the pressure.
Busyness in detail
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 650 spaces, that is roughly 585 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 65 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 Darlington
Darlington has a good range of parking with 13 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. If Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is full, Short Stay Car Park, Darlington is about 150m away and worth considering. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
What’s near Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park
Within a 500-metre walk there are 9 shops, 1 place to eat or drink and 5 leisure or green spaces. The closest landmark is Houndgate Townhouse (hotel), about 43 metres away. The main cluster of shops and places to eat sits roughly 236 metres away — about a 3-minute walk, before allowing for crossings. There are 11 other car parks mapped within 500 metres, the nearest 166 metres away.
Counts of what is nearby come from OpenStreetMap data for the area around the car park. They are counted, not estimated.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park have?
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park in Darlington has 650 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park?
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park busiest?
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 91% full — roughly 592 of 650 spaces in use.
When is Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park quietest?
The best time to find a space at Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 31% full — roughly 449 of 650 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park?
Feethams Multi-Storey Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Darlington Borough Council.