Stockbridge Down Parking, Stockbridge
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Stockbridge Down is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 47% full — roughly 9 of 20 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Stockbridge Down is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 17% full — roughly 17 of 20 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- SO20 6HW
- Capacity
- 20 spaces
- Type
- Generic
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Free
- Operator
- National Trust
- Height limit
- 2.2m
- Surface
- Gravel
- Nearest road
- Winchester Road
Opening hours: 24/7
Nearby landmarks: Goar Knap (113m), West Down (393m), Stockbridge Down (470m)
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 Stockbridge Down
Stockbridge Down is a surface car park in Stockbridge, available for general parking. 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. There is no charge for parking here. National Trust operates this car park.
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. The small size means it can fill up quickly, so consider arriving early or checking nearby alternatives.
Busyness in detail
Stockbridge Down is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 45% full. With about 20 spaces, that is roughly 9 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 11 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 Stockbridge
With only 2 car parks in Stockbridge, parking options are fairly constrained. Arriving early is advisable.
What’s near Stockbridge Down
There is very little within walking distance — this is an out-of-town car park, so plan to drive on rather than arrive and browse. The closest landmark is Goar Knap, about 113 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 Stockbridge Down have?
Stockbridge Down in Stockbridge has 20 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Stockbridge Down?
Parking at Stockbridge Down is free of charge.
When is Stockbridge Down busiest?
Stockbridge Down is typically busiest on Saturdays around 11am, when it reaches about 47% full — roughly 9 of 20 spaces in use.
When is Stockbridge Down quietest?
The best time to find a space at Stockbridge Down is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 17% full — roughly 17 of 20 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Stockbridge Down?
Stockbridge Down is a car park with surface parking, operated by National Trust.