Fairfield Long Stay Parking, Dorchester
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- DT1 1QW
- Capacity
- ~418 spaces
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Dorset Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Tue | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Wed | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Thu | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Fri | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 46 | 55 | 68 | 59 | 32 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Fairfield Long Stay
Rail users heading to and from Dorchester station will find Fairfield Long Stay conveniently placed for drop-off or longer stays. At approximately 418 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by Dorset Council.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings are the crunch time for station parking. The car park tends to fill steadily from 7am, with peak occupancy around 9am when the morning rush is in full swing. Weekend and evening travel is far less pressured. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Fairfield Long Stay is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 418 spaces, that is roughly 334 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 84 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Dorchester
With 8 car parks in Dorchester, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. Trinity Street Car Park is the nearest alternative at around 300m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 4 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Fairfield Long Stay have?
Fairfield Long Stay in Dorchester has approximately 418 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Fairfield Long Stay?
Fairfield Long Stay is a paid car park.
When is Fairfield Long Stay busiest?
Fairfield Long Stay tends to be busiest Monday 8am-12pm.
When is Fairfield Long Stay quietest?
The quietest period for Fairfield Long Stay is typically Sundays.
What kind of car park is Fairfield Long Stay?
Fairfield Long Stay is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by Dorset Council.