Life in Wycombe

Life in Wycombe is all about community, creativity, and making the most of what’s around you. Explore the town’s history, catch up on local news, learn about student life, or discover easy ways to join in with community groups. Feel part of something special in the heart of Wycombe.

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See and Do

Dive into arts and culture, grab a fresh trim, or head outdoors and enjoy the scenery. Whether you’re after something to keep the kids entertained, or just an excuse to roam, High Wycombe has plenty to keep you busy.

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Desborough Carnival in High Wycombe

Food and Drink

Whether you’re meeting a mate for a coffee, settling in for a relaxed meal, or fancying a drink after work, Wycombe has a lovely mix of places to try. Here you’ll find friendly cafés, welcoming restaurants, and lively bars. 

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Plan your visit

If you’re heading into Wycombe, we’re here to help make things simple. From accessible routes and handy transport info to parking and places to stay, you’ll find everything you need to feel right at home.

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Parking & Transport

Getting

Around

High Wycombe has great transport links to London, Oxford, Reading and Birmingham. Planning a road trip to the town? Check below to find options for parking in the town centre and surrounding attractions, along with information on local bus and train travel.

Train services

High Wycombe train station is based within the centre of town. Chiltern Railways serves High Wycombe, Saunderton, Princes Risborough, Monks Risborough and Little Kimble on the London Marylebone – High Wycombe – Aylesbury line. There is also a direct service from London to Birmingham via High Wycombe and Princes Risborough.

The journey from High Wycombe to London Marylebone is around 25 minutes, whilst Birmingham is around 2 hours. There is a taxi rank outside of High Wycombe station.

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Bus services

High Wycombe’s bus and coach station is located on Bridge Street in the town centre. Carousel is the main bus operator in the High Wycombe area from 28th July 2028, with updated route guidance available at:
https://www.carouselbuses.co.uk/service-changes-1st-september-2024

National Express operates coaches to London and other destinations.

High Wycombe’s park and ride service also offers a convenient route to High Wycombe town centre from junction 4 of the M40 at Cressex Island.

Public transport in High Wycombe just got a lot more convenient with the launch of Carousel Buses NEW on-demand minibus service, PickMeUp, covering High Wycombe town, and extending as far as Wycombe Air Park, Downley Common, Wooburn Green and Pedestal Roundabout on the West Wycombe Road.

The PickMeUp service, which launched in September 2022, is an on-demand ride-sharing minibus, enabling riders to pre-book a journey. It’s like a carpool, only bigger, and its great value too, only costing between £2 and £3.50, depending on the distance you’re travelling. The service operates Monday to Friday from 6am to 7pm (except public holidays).

If you don’t have a smartphone, that’s ok too – PickMeUp runs a local booking line, on 01494 296021 where a friendly PickMeUp assistant will be able to book the journey on a rider’s behalf.

For more information and to download to the app, simply head to: www.pickmeupwycombe.co.uk

Bus station High Wycombe

Car Parks in High Wycombe

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Desborough Square Car Park

David Silvey, East Richardson Street, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Number of spaces: 53 Number of disabled bays: 2 Other bays: none   Opening hours Open 24 hours a day   Charges Minimum charge: £1.00 for 1 hour Maximum charge: £5.00 for 6+ hours Bank holidays £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm) Parking £1.00 all day on Sunday (7am to 8pm)
View info: Desborough Square Car Park
Dovecote

Dovecot Car Park

Dovecot, Archway, England
General Information Number of spaces:  800 (approximately) Number of disabled bays: Other bays: Height barrier: Yes Other information: For further information please contact Euro Car Parks on 020 7563 3000   Opening hours Open 24 hours a day   Charges Payment type:  Pay on foot Charges apply
View info: Dovecot Car Park
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Duke Street Car Park

Duke Street, Townfield Road, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Number of spaces: 167 Number of disabled bays: 2 Other bays: No Height barrier: No   Opening hours Monday to Sunday: 7am – 7pm   Charges Payment machines only accept credit /debit cards. Payment can also be made using a mobile phone via RingGo Minimum charge: £2.00 for up to 2 hours Maximum charge: £12.00 for up to 12 hours Park for FREE from 7pm to 7am (Mon – Sat) Sundays and Bank holidays: £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm)
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Eden Shopping Centre Car Park

Eden Shopping Centre, Archway, England
General Information Number of spaces: 1600 (approximately) Disabled bays: 74 Height barrier: Yes For more info please visit Eden shopping centre or contact Eden’s customer service on 01494 465 936.   Opening hours Open 24 hours   Charges Ticketless parking system in operation Payment can only be made using the pay machines in the centre The car parking operator is Euro Car Parks Minimum charge: £1.50 for up to 1 hour Maximum charge: £8.00 for up to 8+ hours Evening tariff: £1.50 (6pm – 7am) There is no free parking Sundays: park all day for £2.50 per day
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George Street Car Park

High Wycombe
General Information This is a pay and display car park Total number of spaces: 26 Number of disabled bays: 2 Other bays: No Height barrier: No Maximum stay of 2hrs with no return for 3hrs (Monday to Friday only) Opening hours Monday to Friday: 7am – 7pm Charges Minimum charge: £0.50 for up to 30 mins Maximum stay 2hrs with no return for 3 hrs (Mon to Fri) Maximum charge on Saturday: £6.00 for up to 12 hours (7am – 7pm) Park for FREE from 7pm to 7am (Mon – Sat) Sundays and Bank Holidays: £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm)  
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High Wycombe Park and Ride

High Wycombe Coachway, Marlow Hill, England
General Information Handy Cross Park and Ride provides parking for visitors travelling into High Wycombe. The car park uses a ticketless, pay-on-arrival system. Enter your vehicle registration at the payment machine or through the RingGo app. Payment can be made by credit or debit card (including contactless) at the payment machine, or via RingGo. No paper ticket needs to be displayed in your vehicle. The maximum permitted stay is 96 hours. Vehicle height restriction: 2.06 metres. Opening Hours Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including bank holidays. Parking Charges Parking charges apply to all vehicles except Blue Badge holders, who can park free of charge. The first 30 minutes are free for all vehicles. Charges apply Monday to Sunday, including bank holidays: Up to 30 minutes: Free Up to 4 hours: £1.50 Up to 10 hours: £3.30 Up to 24 hours: £4.30 Up to 48 hours: £8.30 Up to 72 hours: £12.30 Up to 96 hours: £16.30 Important: All drivers must enter their vehicle registration at the payment machine or via RingGo, including when using the free 30-minute parking period. For the latest parking charges, payment information and bus timetables, please visit the Buckinghamshire Council Handy Cross Park and Ride information page.
View info: High Wycombe Park and Ride
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Holywell Mead Car Park

Wycombe Rye Lido, Bassetsbury Lane, England
General Information ANPR Cameras in effect.   Opening hours Monday to Sunday all day   Charges Minimum charge: £0.50 for up to 2 hours Maximum charge: £5.00 for 24 hours Pay via ticket machine or by phone app. Location ID 4672
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Kingsmead Car Park

Kingsmead Pay and Display Car Park, Fennels Road, Loudwater, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Number of spaces: 117 Number of disabled bays: 1 Other bays: No Height barrier: 6 feet 11 inches (210 centimetres)   Opening hours Monday to Saturday: 9am – 5pm Sundays and Bank Holidays: 9am – 5pm   Charges Minimum charge: £0.50 for up to 1 hour (Mon – Sat) Maximum charge: £2.50 for up to 8 hours (Mon – Sat) Park for FREE from 5pm to 9am (Mon) Sundays and Bank Holidays: £1.00 per day (9am – 5pm)
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Railway Place Car Park

Railway Place, Saffron Road, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Total number of spaces: 117 including disabled bays: 2 Other bays: No Height barrier: No   Opening hours Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm Sundays and Bank Holidays: 7am – 7pm   Charges Minimum charge: £2.00 for up to 2 hour (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Maximum charge: £6.50 for up to 12 hours (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Park for FREE from 7pm to 7am (Mon – Sat) Sundays and Bank Holidays: £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm)
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Railway Station Car Park

Birdcage Walk, England
General Information Pay by cash or via app Total number of spaces: 650 Height barrier: 2.20m Opening hours Monday to Sunday open all day Charges Day charge: £9.50 (Mon – Fri) Day charge on Sundays and Bank Holidays: £6.50 Weekly parking charge: £37.00 Monthly Parking charge: £142.00 Annual Parking charge: £1480.00 For more info visit www.chilternrailways.co.uk/parking
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Richardson Street Car Park

High Wycombe
General Information This is a pay and display car park Number of spaces: 50 Number of disabled bays: 1 Other bays: No Height barrier: 6 feet 8 inches (204 centimetres) Opening hours Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm Sundays and Bank Holidays: 7am – 7pm Charges Minimum charge: £1.00 for up to 1 hour (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Maximum charge: £5.00 for up to 12 hours (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Park for FREE from 7pm to 7am (Mon – Sat) Sundays and Bank Holidays: £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm)
View info: Richardson Street Car Park
Swan

The Swan Car Park

Wycombe Swan Car Park, St Mary Street, England
General Information This is a pay on return car park, using automated number plate recognition (ANPR) and barriers Total number of spaces: 336 including disabled bays: 13 30 min max stay bays: 24 Electric charging bays: 4 Height barrier: 6 feet 8 inches (206 centimetres) Please note that, for safety, the top levels of this car park may be closed during periods of adverse weather. Opening hours Monday to Sunday: midnight to midnight  
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Totteridge Street Car Park

High Wycombe
General Information This is a pay and display car park Total number of spaces: 23 including disabled bays: 1 Other bays: No Height barrier: No   Opening hours Monday to Sunday: 7am – 7pm   Charges Minimum charge: £2.00 for up to 1 hour (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Maximum charge: £6.50 for up to 12 hours (Monday to Saturday: 7am – 7pm) Park for FREE from 7pm to 7am (Mon – Sat) Sundays and Bank Holidays: £1.00 per day (7am – 7pm)
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Wycombe Leisure Centre Car Park

Leisure Centre car park, M40, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Opening hours Monday to Sunday
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Wycombe Offices Car Park

Council Offices Front, Queen Victoria Road, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park Number of spaces: 13 Number of disabled bays: 2 Other bays: No Height barrier: No Other information: 45 minute maximum stay during office hours Opening hours Monday to Sunday: 7am – 8pm
View info: Wycombe Offices Car Park
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Wycombe Offices Rear Car Park

High Wycombe Delivery Office, Queen Victoria Road, England
General Information This is a pay and display car park (lower floor only) Total number of spaces: 109 including disabled bays: 4 Other bays: No Height barrier: 6 feet 2 inches (188 centimetres) Opening hours Only available to the public weekday evenings after 6pm and weekends. No public access to upper floor at any time.
View info: Wycombe Offices Rear Car Park