Lacock Abbey Parking, Melksham
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SN15 2LW
- Capacity
- ~310 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- National Trust
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 Lacock Abbey
Lacock Abbey offers general parking in Melksham for visitors and locals. This is a major parking facility with approximately 310 spaces, one of the largest in the area. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. This is a paid car park. It is operated by National Trust.
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. 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
Lacock Abbey is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 45% full. With about 310 spaces, that is roughly 140 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 170 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 Melksham
With only 1 car parks in Melksham, parking options are fairly constrained. Arriving early is advisable.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Lacock Abbey have?
Lacock Abbey in Melksham has approximately 310 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Lacock Abbey?
Lacock Abbey is a paid car park.
When is Lacock Abbey busiest?
Lacock Abbey tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Lacock Abbey quietest?
The quietest period for Lacock Abbey is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Lacock Abbey?
Lacock Abbey is a car park with surface parking, operated by National Trust.