- What is Park and Stride?
- How do I use Park and Stride?
- Why use Park and Stride?
- University shuttle bus
- Active Ride: free bike hire
What is Park and Stride?
Park and stride is a travel option that lets you park for free at the park and ride car park (located at Angerland) and then walk or cycle to campus.
How do I use Park and Stride?
Park for free at Angerland Park and Ride (AL10 8HS).
Opening times
- Monday to Friday: 07:00 to 22:00
- Closed on weekends, Bank Holidays and University closure days
Walking times
- College Lane Campus: 10 to 15 minutes (0.8 miles / approximately 1,400 steps)
- de Havilland Campus: 25 to 30 minutes (1.2 miles / approximately 1,750 steps)
If you do not want to walk to de Havilland Campus, you can take the Uno Shuttle Bus from the Forum Bus Exchange at College Lane. Simply show your University ID card.
Why use Park and Stride?
- Feel better: A short walk each day can boost your mood and help you stay active.
- Cut campus traffic: Fewer cars mean safer, smoother journeys for everyone.
- Stay flexible: Walk when you can, take the bus when you need to.
University shuttle bus
The Park and Ride shuttle bus connects the Angerland Park and Ride with College Lane Campus and de Havilland Campus.
Important
The shuttle bus will not operate from Angerland Park and Ride between 8 May and the start of term in September 2026.
During normal operation
- Monday to Friday (term time): 07:00 to 20:00
- Every 10 to 15 minutes
- Saturdays: every 20 minutes
- Reduced service during Easter and summer vacations
- No service during Christmas closure periods, Bank Holidays and University closure days
Shuttle bus tickets
To board the shuttle bus at Angerland, you'll need a £1 day ticket.
- Buy tickets from the machine at the Park and Ride bus shelter.
- Cash and card payments accepted.
Useful links:
Active Ride: free bike hire
Active Ride offers another flexible and sustainable way to travel between campuses and the Angerland Park and Ride.
Bike hire costs
- Free for up to 2 hours
- £1 per hour after 2 hours
- £5 per day
Availability
- Daily: 05:00 to 21:00
Bike locations
Bikes can be collected and returned at:
- Angerland Park and Ride (AL10 8HS)
- Hertfordshire Sports Village
- Outside the Law Court Building
- Near the Film, Music and Media Building
- Outside Hutton Hub
- Between the LRC and Science Building
- Outside The Oval
Getting started
Download the App-Bike app or scan a bike and use scheme code UOH.