Spring Gardens Car Park Parking, Swindon
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Key facts
- Postcode
- SN1 2BF
- Capacity
- ~662 spaces
- Type
- Town centre
- Parking
- Multi storey
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Swindon Borough 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 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 14 | 28 | 48 | 62 | 71 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 62 | 52 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 14 | 28 | 52 | 66 | 76 | 81 | 76 | 71 | 66 | 57 | 43 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 28 | 57 | 76 | 86 | 90 | 86 | 81 | 71 | 57 | 38 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 33 | 43 | 48 | 43 | 38 | 28 | 19 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Spring Gardens Car Park
Located in the heart of Swindon, Spring Gardens Car Park provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. This is a major parking facility with approximately 662 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. This is a paid car park. It is operated by Swindon Borough 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. 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
Spring Gardens Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 90% full. With about 662 spaces, that is roughly 596 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 66 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 Swindon
Swindon has an extensive choice of parking with over 42 car parks, so finding an alternative is rarely a problem. Whalebridge Long-Stay Car Park is the nearest alternative at about 100m, a good backup if this car park is busy. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Spring Gardens Car Park have?
Spring Gardens Car Park in Swindon has approximately 662 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Spring Gardens Car Park?
Spring Gardens Car Park is a paid car park.
When is Spring Gardens Car Park busiest?
Spring Gardens Car Park tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is Spring Gardens Car Park quietest?
The quietest period for Spring Gardens Car Park is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is Spring Gardens Car Park?
Spring Gardens Car Park is a town centre car park with multi-storey parking, operated by Swindon Borough Council.