Harlyn Bay Car Park Parking, Padstow
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Harlyn Bay Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 280 of ~518 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Harlyn Bay Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 399 of ~518 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- PL28 8PD
- Capacity
- ~518 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Alliance Parking
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 Harlyn Bay Car Park
Harlyn Bay Car Park offers general parking in Padstow for visitors and locals. At approximately 518 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking. The car park is managed by Alliance Parking.
When to Visit
This car park typically sees steady use through the week with no extreme peaks. Midday tends to be the busiest period, while early mornings and Sundays offer the most availability. 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
Harlyn Bay Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 518 spaces, that is roughly 285 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 233 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 Padstow
There are 16 car parks across Padstow, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Harlyn Bay Car Park have?
Harlyn Bay Car Park in Padstow has approximately 518 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
Is parking free at Harlyn Bay Car Park?
Harlyn Bay Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Harlyn Bay Car Park busiest?
Harlyn Bay Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 54% full — roughly 280 of ~518 spaces in use.
When is Harlyn Bay Car Park quietest?
The best time to find a space at Harlyn Bay Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 23% full — roughly 399 of ~518 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Harlyn Bay Car Park?
Harlyn Bay Car Park is a car park with surface parking, operated by Alliance Parking.