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

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About The Planks Car Park

The Planks Car Park provides parking in Swindon, serving a mix of visitors depending on what’s nearby. With around 61 spaces, there is a moderate amount of parking here — enough on quieter days, but it can get tight at peak times. As a surface-level car park, it offers straightforward open-air parking. Parking here is paid. The car park is managed by Swindon Borough 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. The car park has enough capacity for most normal demand, though Saturdays can get tight.

Parking in Swindon

Swindon has an extensive choice of parking with over 42 car parks, so finding an alternative is rarely a problem. If The Planks Car Park is full, Britannia Place Short Stay Car Park is about 200m away and worth considering. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.

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