The Sands Multi-Storey Car Park Parking, Durham
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
About The Sands Multi-Storey Car Park
Positioned within walking distance of Durham’s main streets, The Sands Multi-Storey Car Park caters to shoppers and those visiting the town centre. At roughly 178 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), the car park has enough capacity to cope with most normal demand. This is a multi-storey facility with parking spread across multiple floors, offering shelter from the elements. This is a paid car park. It is operated by Durham County Council.
When to Visit
Town centre car parks tend to be busiest on Saturdays as shoppers head to the high street. If you can, weekday mornings before 10am or Sundays offer a much calmer experience. Evenings can also work well if you’re visiting restaurants or catching a show. With 178 spaces, finding a spot should be straightforward in most conditions.
Parking in Durham
Durham has a good range of parking with 30 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. Crook Hall and Gardens car park is the nearest alternative at about 150m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.