The Planks Car Park Parking, Swindon

About The Planks Car Park

The Planks Car Park offers general parking in Swindon for visitors and locals. With around 61 spaces, there is a moderate amount of parking here — enough on quieter days, but it can get tight at peak times. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. Parking here is paid. Swindon Borough Council operates this car park.

When to Visit

This car park typically sees steady use through the week with no extreme peaks. Midday tends to be the busiest period, while early mornings and Sundays offer the most availability. The car park has enough capacity for most normal demand, though Saturdays can get tight.

Busyness in detail

The Planks Car Park is typically busiest on Saturday around 11am, when our model estimates it is about 55% full. With about 61 spaces, that is roughly 34 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 27 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. The nearest alternative is Britannia Place Short Stay Car Park, about 200m from here. In total, there are 3 other car parks within 800 metres.