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Quietest: Weekday mornings before 9am, sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm Busiest: Saturday 10am-4pm

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About Short Stay

Short Stay sits in Penzance town centre, offering parking for visitors to nearby shops and local amenities. It has an estimated 21 parking spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint) — not a lot, so timing your visit well is important. It’s an open-air surface car park, generally easy to navigate with good visibility of available bays. This is a paid car park. The car park is managed by Cornwall Council.

When to Visit

Town centre car parks tend to be busiest on Saturdays as shoppers head to the high street. If you can, weekday mornings before 10am or Sundays offer a much calmer experience. Evenings can also work well if you’re visiting restaurants or catching a show. With only 21 spaces, timing is everything — arriving during a quieter window makes a big difference here.

Parking in Penzance

With 8 car parks in Penzance, there’s a fair selection — though popular ones can still fill up at peak times. Should you find Short Stay full, Cattle Market Car Park (just a short walk away) is the closest option. In total, there are 4 other car parks within 800 metres.

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