Parking Near University of Sunderland, the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's, England
Where Can I Park for University of Sunderland, the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's?
University car parks cost £1.60 per hour or £6 for the full day. Blue Badge parking is available in St Peter’s Campus Car Park East. Open Day visitors can park free at the campus, while nearby alternatives include Hendon Health Centre, 0.3 miles away at £2.17 an hour, and Sunderland Retail Park, 0.4 miles away at £6 an hour.
- Address
- Bonner's Field
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Parking at Hendon Health Centre, Sunderland, 0.3 mi (6 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Sunderland, 0.5 mi (11 min walk)
Parking Near Sunderland
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Phil Evenden
Parking at Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s
Parking at the University of Sunderland, The Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's is charged at £1.60 per hour or £6 for the full day, according to the University of Sunderland’s parking information (sunderland.ac.uk). The university’s own car parks are the relevant option for drivers heading directly to Bonner’s Field, with the campus address listed as SR6 0DD for open-day visitors (sunderland.ac.uk).
Blue Badge parking is available in the St Peter’s Campus Car Park East (AccessAble). Visitor parking at St Peter’s Gate is free, but it is strictly for visitors to tenants rather than general university parking (stpetersgate.com). Open Day visitors can park for free at the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s (sunderland.ac.uk).
Busy Periods Around Bonner’s Field
Open Days are a particularly useful time to plan ahead because the university directs car visitors to the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s and allows free parking for the event (sunderland.ac.uk). The campus has a riverside setting and is within easy reach of Sunderland city centre and the beaches, which can add visitor traffic beyond ordinary university journeys (sunderland.ac.uk).
Bonner’s Field is 0.4 miles from Sunderland centre, so city-centre activity can affect the approach as well as campus demand. The university’s open-day information gives an arrival window of 11am to 11:30am, making that period a practical point to expect concentrated arrivals on event days (sunderland.ac.uk).
Other Car Parks Near the Sunderland Campus
Sunderland Retail Park in SR6 provides a nearby alternative to the university car parks, with a Parksy space listed 0.4 miles away at £6 an hour. Its location in SR6 makes it a convenient option for drivers who want to park away from the campus before continuing on foot.
Further options include a Parksy space at Hendon Health Centre, 0.3 miles away at £2.17 an hour, and a monthly space in Sunderland 0.5 miles away at £64 a month.
Parksy Spaces for Students, Staff and Visitors
The closest Parksy option is a space at Hendon Health Centre, 0.3 miles from the campus, priced at £2.17 an hour. The short distance suits students, staff and visitors who need a practical alternative close to Bonner’s Field. A space at Sunderland Retail Park in SR6 is 0.4 miles away and costs £6 an hour, making it useful for a shorter visit when proximity matters.
For longer stays, the monthly Sunderland space is 0.5 miles away and costs £64 a month, which suits regular staff or students. Visitors can choose the Holiday Inn space in SR1, 0.5 miles away at £3.70 an hour, or the Quality Hotel Sunderland and Travelodge Sunderland Central spaces, both 0.6 miles away, priced at £2.59 a day and £2.25 a day respectively.
Rail and Walking Access to St Peter’s
Sunderland is the nearest station to the campus, at 0.5 miles away and an 11-minute walk. That makes rail a straightforward alternative for students, staff and visitors who would rather avoid driving to Bonner’s Field.
The campus is also 0.4 miles from Sunderland centre, placing city-centre connections within walking range. Visitors arriving by train can continue on foot from Sunderland station rather than needing a second parking journey near the university.
* 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 University of Sunderland, the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter's?
University car parks cost £1.60 per hour or £6 for the full day. Blue Badge parking is available in St Peter’s Campus Car Park East. Open Day visitors can park free at the campus, while nearby alternatives include Hendon Health Centre, 0.3 miles away at £2.17 an hour, and Sunderland Retail Park, 0.4 miles away at £6 an hour.
How Much Does Parking at the Campus Cost?
Parking at the University of Sunderland’s campus is charged at £1.60 per hour or £6 for the full day. The university’s own car parks are the relevant option for drivers heading directly to Bonner’s Field. The campus address listed for Open Day visitors is SR6 0DD.
Is Parking Free on Open Days?
Open Day visitors can park for free at the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s. The university directs car visitors to the campus for these events. Its open-day information gives an arrival window of 11am to 11:30am, so concentrated arrivals can be expected during that period.
Where Is the Closest Alternative Parking?
The closest Parksy option is at Hendon Health Centre, 0.3 miles from the campus, priced at £2.17 an hour. Sunderland Retail Park in SR6 is 0.4 miles away and costs £6 an hour. A monthly Sunderland space is 0.5 miles away and costs £64 a month.
What Parking Is Available for Longer Stays?
For longer stays, the monthly Sunderland space is 0.5 miles away and costs £64 a month, which suits regular staff or students. Other listed options include Quality Hotel Sunderland at £2.59 a day and Travelodge Sunderland Central at £2.25 a day, both 0.6 miles away.
Can I Travel by Train and Walk to the Campus?
Sunderland is the nearest station to the campus, at 0.5 miles away and an 11-minute walk. Visitors arriving by train can continue on foot from Sunderland station rather than needing a second parking journey near the university. The campus is also 0.4 miles from Sunderland centre.
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