Sunday, 18 October 2026 · 19:30
Where to park for Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change! at The Lowry
Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change! lands at The Lowry on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 18:30 — and getting parked is the easy bit. We've mapped the three best car parks in Salford Quays near the venue, from the official pre-booked option to quick-access spots if you're running late. Here's how to nail the arrival, enjoy the night, and beat the post-show scramble.
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Sunday, 18 October 2026
Event date
19:30
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Locations mapped across Manchester
Parking near The Lowry for Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change!
Three picks, three different plans — the shortest walk, the best pre-show evening, and the fastest way home. All verified Parkwise data. For live availability on the night, download the free Parkwise app.
8 locations mappedQuayside MediaCity car park
Official venue parkingCar Park · Salford Quays
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £7.50/6h pre-booked with Lowry tickets
- Max stay
- Not confirmed yet
- Hours
- Open 24 hours · ANPR, book before exit
- Spaces
- ~2000
- Operator
- YourParkingSpace
- Distance
- 893 m from the venue
- Address
- Quayside, Salford, M50 3WL, United Kingdom
Good to know
- • Research candidate (source_backed_candidate). Quayside public car park; source publishes tariffs. Source: https://quaysidesalford.co.uk/about-us/car-parking/
Numbered pins are our three picks for this event — tap one for details. Every other dot is a verified street bay or car park. Live availability shows in the app only — download the app to see where drivers found spaces in the last hour.
Why these three?
1 · Official venue parking
Quayside MediaCity car park: the venue's own spot
The Lowry's official car park, an 11-minute walk from the entrance. If you've booked your tickets in advance, pre-booked parking is £7.50 for 6 hours — lock it in and forget the guesswork. Proper lighting, dedicated signage, and you know exactly where you're heading.
Quayside MediaCity car park · ~11 min walk
2 · Make a night of it
MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey: grab and go
Just 5 minutes from The Lowry, this multi-storey takes public paid parking. Best if you're arriving close to doors and want the shortest walk — no pre-booking needed. Plenty of space and easy in-and-out flow on Sunday evenings.
MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey car park · ~5 min walk
3 · Quick getaway
Merchants Quay Permit Scheme: the quiet exit
A 9-minute walk from the venue but worth it if you want a stress-free getaway after the final bow. Visitor permits are available, and the quieter surroundings mean less post-show congestion. Good if you're planning to linger near the car once you're back.
Merchants Quay Permit Scheme · ~9 min walk
Getting parked for Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change!: the plan
Aim to arrive 60–90 minutes before doors if you're grabbing a pre-show drink or checking out the merch stand — that gives you time to park without stress and soak in the buzz at Salford Quays. Sunday evening traffic around The Lowry is usually lighter than weeknights, but the venue attracts a steady crowd, so don't leave it to the last 10 minutes. Use the Parkwise app to check live driver reports on availability as you approach — reports refresh as drivers share their finds.
You've got three solid options. Quayside MediaCity car park is the venue's own car park and offers pre-booked rates (£7.50 for 6 hours if you book with your Lowry tickets) — best value if you've planned ahead. MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey is just 5 minutes' walk away and takes drop-ins on a public paid basis, ideal if you're heading straight from elsewhere. Merchants Quay Permit Scheme is a 9-minute walk and works on visitor permits — good if you want a quieter exit after the show wraps.
Post-show, expect a gentle exodus rather than a crush — most of the crowd will drift away over 15–20 minutes. Don't feel rushed to leave the moment the lights come up. If you parked at Merchants Quay, you'll have a calmer walk back. From MediaCity / Broadway or Quayside, you'll be moving with other theatre-goers, which is half the fun — no barriers, no nonsense, just people still buzzing about the night as you head to the car.
Make an evening of it
Book Quayside MediaCity in advance if you can — £7.50 for 6 hours is strong value and removes one thing from your Sunday evening to-do list.
Download the Parkwise app before you drive. Live driver reports show real-time availability as you approach — it takes the guesswork out of circling car parks.
Arrive 60 minutes before doors if merch or a pre-show pint is on the agenda. Salford Quays has good food and drink options, and you'll beat the last-minute car park scramble.
Don't panic if the official car park looks full — the other two are genuinely close by, and a short walk is better than circling.
Stay in the car park a few minutes after the show ends. The first wave clears fast, and you'll have an easier drive out if you're not in the immediate exodus.
Live availability
Spaces come and go in minutes — see what's free right now in the app
The map around the Lowry updates as drivers report spaces. Green means someone recently confirmed availability; amber and red mean limited or full. Every report expires after 60 minutes — so you are never looking at stale data.
- Filter by duration, price, and parking type before you set off
- Set your destination to The Lowry and see parking around it
- Earn free access by reporting spaces when you park
Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change! at The Lowry: parking questions
How much will parking cost for Troy Hawke at The Lowry?
Quayside MediaCity (the venue's official car park) is £7.50 for 6 hours if you pre-book with your Lowry tickets — best value. MediaCity / Broadway multi-storey is paid public parking (rates vary by duration). Merchants Quay operates on a visitor permit scheme. Check the Parkwise app for live rates and availability.
How early should I arrive to park?
Arrive 60–90 minutes before the 18:30 start if you want to relax, grab a drink, or browse merch. If you're cutting it closer, aim for at least 30 minutes before doors — that's enough time to find a space and walk to the entrance without rushing.
Can I park on the street near The Lowry?
Street parking around Salford Quays is very limited. The area is mostly car park provision. Use one of the three verified car parks we've listed — they're all within a 5–11 minute walk of the venue.
How do I check if there's space available right now?
Download the Parkwise app and search for The Lowry. You'll see live driver reports showing which car parks have spaces — reports are shared by other drivers and expire after 60 minutes. This is the best way to avoid arriving at a full car park.
What's the post-show exit like?
The Lowry's audience usually drifts away gradually over 15–20 minutes rather than all at once, so there's no mad rush to the car parks. You won't face long queues. If you parked at Merchants Quay, you'll have the quietest walk back.
Do I need to book parking in advance?
Pre-booking at Quayside MediaCity (£7.50 with your tickets) saves money and guarantees your spot — recommended for a Sunday evening show. The other two car parks accept walk-ins, but arriving early (60+ minutes before doors) is sensible if you're not pre-booked.
Can I pay for parking by phone or app?
Most of the car parks at Salford Quays accept standard payment methods (card, phone apps like RingGo or PayByPhone). Check the signs at each location when you arrive. We recommend confirming payment methods when you book in advance, especially at Quayside MediaCity.
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