Car Park 1, Filton Parking, Filton

Q: "How many parking spaces does Car Park 1, Filton have?"

"Car Park 1, Filton in Filton has approximately 322 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint)."

Q: "When is Car Park 1, Filton busiest?"

"Car Park 1, Filton tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm."

Q: "When is Car Park 1, Filton quietest?"

"The quietest period for Car Park 1, Filton is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm."

Q: "What kind of car park is Car Park 1, Filton?"

"Car Park 1, Filton is a car park with surface parking, operated by UWE Bristol."

322 total spaces (est.)

Typical busyness by hour shown below.

Quietest: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Saturday 10am-4pm

Key facts

Postcode: BS16 1WR
Capacity: ~322 spaces (estimated)
Type: Generic
Parking: Surface
Operator: UWE Bristol

Estimated Free Spaces by Hour

Estimated busyness percentage by day and hour for Car Park 1, Filton, Filton.
Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm
Mon	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Tue	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Wed	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Thu	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Fri	4	8	16	27	39	43	47	43	39	35	31	23	12	4
Sat	4	8	16	31	43	51	51	47	43	39	31	20	8	4
Sun	0	3	7	13	20	27	27	23	20	17	10	7	3	0

Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.

About Car Park 1

Car Park 1 provides parking in Filton, serving a mix of visitors depending on what’s nearby. At approximately 322 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. It is operated by UWE Bristol.

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

Car Park 1 is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 50% full. With about 322 spaces, that is roughly 161 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 161 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 Filton

Filton has 7 car parks to choose from, giving you a reasonable number of alternatives if Car Park 1 is busy. The nearest alternative is Visitor Car Park, around 500m from here. In total, there are 2 other car parks within 800 metres.

Frequently asked questions

How many parking spaces does Car Park 1, Filton have?

Car Park 1, Filton in Filton has approximately 322 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).

When is Car Park 1, Filton busiest?

Car Park 1, Filton tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.

When is Car Park 1, Filton quietest?

The quietest period for Car Park 1, Filton is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.

What kind of car park is Car Park 1, Filton?

Car Park 1, Filton is a car park with surface parking, operated by UWE Bristol.

Nearby Car Parks

Visitor Car Park 518m away Car Park 21 791m away

More car parks in Filton

Car Park 22, Filton ~200 spaces Shoppers Car Park ~54 spaces Snuff Mills Carpark ~63 spaces Westbury Hill Car Park ~91 spaces

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm
Mon	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Tue	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Wed	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Thu	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Fri	4	8	16	27	39	43	47	43	39	35	31	23	12	4
Sat	4	8	16	31	43	51	51	47	43	39	31	20	8	4
Sun	0	3	7	13	20	27	27	23	20	17	10	7	3	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm
Mon	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Tue	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Wed	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Thu	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Fri	4	8	16	27	39	43	47	43	39	35	31	23	12	4
Sat	4	8	16	31	43	51	51	47	43	39	31	20	8	4
Sun	0	3	7	13	20	27	27	23	20	17	10	7	3	0

Day	6am	7am	8am	9am	10am	11am	12pm	1pm	2pm	3pm	4pm	5pm	6pm	7pm
Mon	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Tue	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Wed	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Thu	4	8	16	27	35	39	43	39	35	31	27	20	12	4
Fri	4	8	16	27	39	43	47	43	39	35	31	23	12	4
Sat	4	8	16	31	43	51	51	47	43	39	31	20	8	4
Sun	0	3	7	13	20	27	27	23	20	17	10	7	3	0