Swannery Parking, Weymouth
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Swannery is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 697 of ~894 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Swannery is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 778 of ~894 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- DT4 7TZ
- Capacity
- ~894 spaces
- Type
- Railway station
- Parking
- Surface
- Charges
- Paid
- Operator
- Dorset Council
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Tue | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Wed | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Thu | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 41 | 50 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 9 | 5 |
| Fri | 18 | 50 | 73 | 78 | 68 | 55 | 46 | 41 | 36 | 46 | 55 | 68 | 59 | 32 | 14 | 5 |
| Sat | 5 | 9 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Swannery
Swannery is a surface car park near Weymouth railway station, popular with commuters and day-trippers alike. At approximately 894 spaces, this is one of the bigger car parks you’ll find nearby. This is a surface car park, so expect open-air parking at ground level. There is a charge for parking. It is operated by Dorset Council.
When to Visit
This car park sees strong weekday demand from rail commuters, building from early morning and staying high through the working day. If you need to park on a weekday, aim to arrive before the 7:30am rush. Weekends offer plentiful availability. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Busyness in detail
Swannery is typically busiest on Monday around 9am, when our model estimates it is about 80% full. With about 894 spaces, that is roughly 715 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 179 free. Quietest times: Sundays. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Weymouth
There are 16 car parks across Weymouth, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. The nearest alternative is Melcombe Regis, about 200m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Swannery have?
Swannery in Weymouth has approximately 894 parking spaces.
Is parking free at Swannery?
Swannery is a paid car park.
When is Swannery busiest?
Swannery is typically busiest on Mondays around 9am, when it reaches about 78% full — roughly 697 of ~894 spaces in use.
When is Swannery quietest?
The best time to find a space at Swannery is usually a Sunday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 13% full — roughly 778 of ~894 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Swannery?
Swannery is a railway station car park with surface parking, operated by Dorset Council.