Quay Visitors Car Park Parking, Poole
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Quay Visitors Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 62% full — roughly 334 of ~539 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Quay Visitors Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 26% full — roughly 399 of ~539 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- BH15 1EG
- Capacity
- ~539 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 33 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 48 | 52 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 28 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 19 | 38 | 52 | 62 | 62 | 57 | 52 | 48 | 38 | 24 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 28 | 38 | 38 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Quay Visitors Car Park
Located in Poole, Quay Visitors Car Park is a multi-storey car park open to the public. This is a major parking facility with approximately 539 spaces, one of the largest in the area. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. Parking here is paid. It is operated by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council.
When to Visit
Demand here follows a general pattern — busier during the working week, especially around lunchtime, and calmer at weekends. Early mornings and evenings are usually the easiest times to find a space. 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
Quay Visitors Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 60% full. With about 539 spaces, that is roughly 323 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 216 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 Poole
With 28 car parks in Poole, you’re well served for choice — worth comparing busyness predictions across a few options before setting off. Should you find Quay Visitors Car Park full, High Street Shops (about 200m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Quay Visitors Car Park have?
Quay Visitors Car Park in Poole has approximately 539 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Quay Visitors Car Park?
Quay Visitors Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Quay Visitors Car Park busiest?
Quay Visitors Car Park is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 62% full — roughly 334 of ~539 spaces in use.
When is Quay Visitors Car Park quietest?
The best time to find a space at Quay Visitors Car Park is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 26% full — roughly 399 of ~539 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Quay Visitors Car Park?
Quay Visitors Car Park is a car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council.