Parc Penallta Main Carpark Parking, Gelligaer
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- CF82 7GA
- Capacity
- ~346 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 | 7 | 14 | 25 | 32 | 36 | 40 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 7 | 14 | 25 | 32 | 36 | 40 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 7 | 14 | 25 | 32 | 36 | 40 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 7 | 14 | 25 | 32 | 36 | 40 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 7 | 14 | 25 | 36 | 40 | 43 | 40 | 36 | 32 | 29 | 22 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 7 | 14 | 29 | 40 | 47 | 47 | 43 | 40 | 36 | 29 | 18 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 25 | 25 | 21 | 18 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Parc Penallta Main Carpark
Located in Gelligaer, Parc Penallta Main Carpark is a car park open to the public. This is a major parking facility with approximately 346 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), one of the largest in the area.
When to Visit
Demand here follows a general pattern — busier during the working week, especially around lunchtime, and calmer at weekends. Early mornings and evenings are usually the easiest times to find a space. 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
Parc Penallta Main Carpark is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 45% full. With about 346 spaces, that is roughly 156 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 190 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 Gelligaer
Gelligaer has 2 car parks in total, so Parc Penallta Main Carpark is an important option for the area.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Parc Penallta Main Carpark have?
Parc Penallta Main Carpark in Gelligaer has approximately 346 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Parc Penallta Main Carpark busiest?
Parc Penallta Main Carpark tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Parc Penallta Main Carpark quietest?
The quietest period for Parc Penallta Main Carpark is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.