Waitrose Old Market Car Park Parking, Hereford
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Waitrose Old Market Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 87% full — roughly 319 of ~367 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Waitrose Old Market Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 30% full — roughly 257 of ~367 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- HR4 9JU
- Capacity
- ~367 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
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 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 27 | 46 | 59 | 68 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 59 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 27 | 50 | 64 | 73 | 78 | 73 | 68 | 64 | 55 | 41 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 27 | 55 | 73 | 82 | 87 | 82 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 36 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 18 | 32 | 41 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 27 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Waitrose Old Market Car Park
As a town centre car park in Hereford, Waitrose Old Market Car Park is a convenient base for exploring local shops, restaurants, and services. With around 367 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking.
When to Visit
Expect the heaviest demand on Saturdays between 10am and 4pm. Weekdays are generally more manageable, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re flexible on timing, Sunday mornings tend to be particularly quiet. 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
Waitrose Old Market Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 85% full. With about 367 spaces, that is roughly 312 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 55 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 Hereford
With 12 car parks in Hereford, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. The nearest alternative is Garrick Multi-Storey Car Park, about 150m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Waitrose Old Market Car Park have?
Waitrose Old Market Car Park in Hereford has approximately 367 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Waitrose Old Market Car Park?
Waitrose Old Market Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Waitrose Old Market Car Park busiest?
Waitrose Old Market Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 87% full — roughly 319 of ~367 spaces in use.
When is Waitrose Old Market Car Park quietest?
The best time to find a space at Waitrose Old Market Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 30% full — roughly 257 of ~367 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Waitrose Old Market Car Park?
Waitrose Old Market Car Park is a town centre car park with surface parking.