Parking Near Sheffield Hallam University, England
Where Can I Park for Sheffield Hallam University?
Sheffield Hallam University has no general on-campus parking, and university spaces require a university-issued permit for blue badge holders. Nearby options include a covered Eyre Street space 320 yd away at £10 an hour, or 24/7 Travelodge Sheffield Central parking 0.2 mi away at £3.60 an hour. Visitors can also use several nearby car parks for £8 when visiting the university.
- Address
- 111 Arundel Street
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking Near Woodstock Bower Surgery, Rotherham, 170 yd (2 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Sheffield station, 310 yd (4 min walk)
Parking Near Sheffield
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Oli Liao
Parking at Sheffield Hallam University’s City Campus
The campus has no general on-campus parking. A university-issued permit is required for a university parking space reserved for blue badge holders, according to SHU’s customer service guidance (shu.ac.uk). This makes nearby public and private car parks the practical choice for most students, staff and visitors travelling to 111 Arundel Street.
Visitors can use several car parks close to the City Campus for £8 when visiting the university (shu.ac.uk). The institution recommends APCOA - The Moor on Eyre Street for open-day arrivals, with discounted city parking available there (shu.ac.uk). NCP car parks at Hartshead Square and Solly Street are also listed among the nearby options (shu.ac.uk).
Parksy Parking Spaces Near the SHU Campus
For a short visit, a covered space on Eyre Street is 320 yd away and costs £10 an hour. The 24/7 space at Travelodge Sheffield Central is 0.2 mi away at £3.60 an hour, making it a lower hourly-cost option for students or visitors spending part of the day in the city.
Staff or students needing a longer arrangement can choose secure city-centre parking 0.2 mi away for £116 a month. The Mercure St Paul’s Hotel space is 0.2 mi away and costs £9.50 an hour, while Q-Park Riverside offers 24/7 parking 0.2 mi away at £9.50 an hour. A space near Woodstock Bower Surgery in Rotherham is listed at £3.70 an hour and 170 yd away, although its Rotherham location makes the Sheffield options more suitable for the campus.
Shopping and Council Car Parks Around Sheffield City Centre
APCOA - The Moor on Eyre Street is the official recommended parking location for open-day visitors, because SHU directs drivers there for discounted city parking (shu.ac.uk). The campus parking guidance also lists NCP car parks at Hartshead Square and Solly Street as nearby choices (shu.ac.uk), giving visitors alternatives beyond the university’s own parking arrangements.
Free street parking is available on Granville Road, Farm Road and Norfolk Road, according to Hallam Students’ Union. Limited free parking is also available on Victoria Road and surrounding streets (hallamstudentsunion.com). These street spaces are separate from the campus parking system and are subject to the restrictions displayed locally.
Busy Periods and Street Restrictions Near the City Campus
Open days are a particularly important time to plan ahead. SHU’s arrival guidance specifically directs drivers towards APCOA - The Moor on Eyre Street for open-day parking and its discounted city parking arrangement (shu.ac.uk). The recommendation applies to visitors arriving for those university events rather than to ordinary campus permit parking.
Street parking around the campus includes free spaces on Granville Road, Farm Road and Norfolk Road, with limited free parking on Victoria Road and surrounding streets (hallamstudentsunion.com). These locations can be difficult choices during busy university periods because the free provision is limited. University parking spaces themselves are restricted to vehicles displaying a university-issued permit for blue badge holders (shu.ac.uk).
Walking From Sheffield Station to Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield station is the nearest station to the campus, at 310 yd away and a four-minute walk. The station provides the most direct rail arrival for students, staff and visitors who prefer to avoid city-centre parking.
The campus is also 295 yd from Sheffield centre, making the central shopping and transport area close enough to combine with a walk from other city-centre stops. Q-Park Sheffield Station is identified as a nearby parking facility for Sheffield Hallam University, with pre-booking available through its operator (q-park.co.uk).
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Sheffield Hallam University?
Sheffield Hallam University has no general on-campus parking, and university spaces require a university-issued permit for blue badge holders. Nearby options include a covered Eyre Street space 320 yd away at £10 an hour, or 24/7 Travelodge Sheffield Central parking 0.2 mi away at £3.60 an hour. Visitors can also use several nearby car parks for £8 when visiting the university.
What Is the Recommended Parking for Sheffield Hallam University Open Days?
APCOA - The Moor on Eyre Street is the recommended parking location for open-day arrivals, with discounted city parking available there. SHU specifically directs visitors towards this arrangement for university events. NCP car parks at Hartshead Square and Solly Street are also listed as nearby options for visitors travelling to the campus.
Is There Free Street Parking Near Sheffield Hallam University?
Free street parking is available on Granville Road, Farm Road and Norfolk Road, according to Hallam Students’ Union. Limited free parking is also available on Victoria Road and surrounding streets. These spaces are separate from the campus parking system and are subject to the restrictions displayed locally, so the limited provision can be difficult during busy university periods.
How Much Does Parking Near Sheffield Hallam University Cost?
A 24/7 space at Travelodge Sheffield Central is 0.2 mi away and costs £3.60 an hour. Secure city-centre parking 0.2 mi away costs £116 a month. A covered Eyre Street space is 320 yd away at £10 an hour, while Mercure St Paul’s Hotel and Q-Park Riverside spaces are £9.50 an hour.
Can I Park on Campus at Sheffield Hallam University?
There is no general on-campus parking. A university-issued permit is required for a university parking space reserved for blue badge holders, according to SHU’s customer service guidance. For most students, staff and visitors travelling to 111 Arundel Street, nearby public and private car parks are therefore the practical choice.
How Far Is Sheffield Station From Sheffield Hallam University?
Sheffield station is the nearest station to Sheffield Hallam University, at 310 yd away and a four-minute walk. The campus is also 295 yd from Sheffield centre, making the central shopping and transport area close enough to combine with a walk from other city-centre stops. Q-Park Sheffield Station is identified as a nearby parking facility, with pre-booking available through its operator.
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