Plumgarths layby Parking, Kendal
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Plumgarths layby is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 11 of 20 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Plumgarths layby is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 15 of 20 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- LA9 5RZ
- Capacity
- 20 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
- Surface
- Asphalt
- Nearest road
- Windermere Road
Nearby landmarks: Plumgarths Farm Shop (394m), The Gateway Inn (404m), Lakeland Food Park (437m)
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 38 | 42 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 4 | 8 | 17 | 29 | 42 | 46 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 33 | 25 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 4 | 8 | 17 | 33 | 46 | 54 | 54 | 50 | 46 | 42 | 33 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 25 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 25 | 21 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Plumgarths layby
Located in Kendal, Plumgarths layby is a surface car park open to the public. At roughly 20 spaces, this is a smaller car park where arriving early makes a real difference. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This car park offers free parking.
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. Given the limited number of spaces, it’s worth having a backup option in mind, especially on Saturdays.
Busyness in detail
Plumgarths layby is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 20 spaces, that is roughly 11 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 9 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 Kendal
There are 8 car parks across Kendal, so you have options if your first choice is full.
What’s near Plumgarths layby
Within a 500-metre walk there is 1 place to eat or drink. The closest landmark is Plumgarths Farm Shop, about 394 metres away.
Counts of what is nearby come from OpenStreetMap data for the area around the car park. They are counted, not estimated.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Plumgarths layby have?
Plumgarths layby in Kendal has 20 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Plumgarths layby?
Parking at Plumgarths layby is free of charge.
When is Plumgarths layby busiest?
Plumgarths layby is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 11 of 20 spaces in use.
When is Plumgarths layby quietest?
The best time to find a space at Plumgarths layby is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 15 of 20 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Plumgarths layby?
Plumgarths layby is a car park with surface parking.