Parking Near Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College, St Marys
Where Can I Park for Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College?
Nearby booked parking can avoid relying on the college grounds. Commercial Square is a secure 24/7 space 0.3 mi away at £10 an hour, while Stoneycroft Hotel is 0.5 mi away at £4.75 an hour. For regular access, secure garage parking in Leicester is 0.6 mi away and costs £29 a week.
- Address
- University Road
- Closest listed space
- Secure 24/7 Parking at Commercial Square, Leicester, 0.3 mi (7 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Leicester railway station, 0.9 mi (19 min walk)
Parking Near St Marys
A college campus building Photo: Pexels / Quang Vuong
Parking at Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College
Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College is on University Road in Leicester, near St Marys. The college’s campus and facilities page provides an aerial view of the University Road Campus, including its buildings, parking area and green fields (wqe.ac.uk).
The college’s transport information says bus travel is the most common way for students to reach the campus, with several First or Arriva services stopping a short walk away (wqe.ac.uk). Drivers heading to lessons, meetings or appointments should treat the campus as an education site rather than assuming that every visible parking area is available for general use.
Shopping and Council Parking Near the University Road Campus
Several Parksy options place drivers within reach of the campus without using the college’s own grounds. A secure 24/7 space at Commercial Square is 0.3 mi away and costs £10 an hour, making it a practical choice for a short appointment or visit.
A space at the Stoneycroft Hotel is 0.5 mi away at £4.75 an hour, while Welford Road Stadium parking is also 0.5 mi away at £14.68 an hour. The Stoneycroft option suits drivers looking for a lower hourly rate, whereas the stadium space offers another nearby option for visitors who prefer to park away from University Road.
Parksy Spaces for Students, Staff and Visitors in Leicester
For a longer stay, secure garage parking in Leicester is 0.6 mi from the campus and costs £29 a week. The weekly price makes this the strongest fit for students or staff who need regular access rather than a single visit.
Secure 24/7 parking at Pentland Close, Leicester LE2, is 0.6 mi away and costs £10.31 an hour. A space at Best Western Belmont House is also 0.6 mi away and costs £7.40 a day. The Belmont House option suits visitors or staff staying for a full day, while Pentland Close is better suited to drivers needing round-the-clock access for a shorter period.
Busy Periods Around Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College
Parking pressure is likely to be greatest around the start and end of the college day, when students arrive and leave together.
The college’s transport page says bus travel is the most common method used by students and notes that several First or Arriva services stop a short walk away (wqe.ac.uk). Drivers visiting during busy college periods can therefore avoid relying on a space immediately beside the campus by using a nearby booked option and walking from there.
Walking and Rail Access From Leicester Railway Station
Leicester railway station is the nearest station, 0.9 mi from the campus and a 19-minute walk away. Rail users can combine a train journey with the walk to University Road, avoiding the need to find a space at the college.
The campus is 0.5 mi from St Marys centre, placing central Leicester within walking distance for visitors who park in the surrounding area. The college also identifies nearby First and Arriva bus services as stopping a short walk away (wqe.ac.uk), giving students and visitors an alternative to driving for the final part of the journey.
* 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 Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College?
Nearby booked parking can avoid relying on the college grounds. Commercial Square is a secure 24/7 space 0.3 mi away at £10 an hour, while Stoneycroft Hotel is 0.5 mi away at £4.75 an hour. For regular access, secure garage parking in Leicester is 0.6 mi away and costs £29 a week.
What Is the Closest Parking Option for Wyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College?
Commercial Square is the closest listed option, at 0.3 mi from the campus. It provides secure 24/7 parking and costs £10 an hour. This can suit drivers attending a short appointment or visit who want to book parking near University Road rather than rely on a space immediately beside the college.
What Is the Cheapest Hourly Parking Near the College?
Stoneycroft Hotel parking is 0.5 mi away and costs £4.75 an hour, making it the lower hourly rate among the nearby hourly options listed. Commercial Square costs £10 an hour, Pentland Close costs £10.31 an hour and Welford Road Stadium parking costs £14.68 an hour.
Is There Weekly Parking for Students or Staff?
Secure garage parking in Leicester is 0.6 mi from the campus and costs £29 a week. The weekly price makes it the strongest fit for students or staff who need regular access rather than a single visit. The parking is secure, gated and covered, providing a longer-stay option away from University Road.
What Parking Is Available for a Full-Day Visit?
Best Western Belmont House parking is 0.6 mi away and costs £7.40 a day. It suits visitors or staff staying for a full day. For a shorter stay with round-the-clock access, secure 24/7 parking at Pentland Close is also 0.6 mi away and costs £10.31 an hour.
Can I Reach the Campus by Train or Bus Instead of Driving?
Leicester railway station is the nearest station, 0.9 mi from the campus and a 19-minute walk away. Bus travel is the most common way for students to reach the campus, with several First or Arriva services stopping a short walk away. St Marys centre is 0.5 mi from the campus.
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