Photo series captures most picturesque electric car charging points in UK

Images showcase extensive charging network for drivers across Britain

A series of photographs that captures some of the most picturesque electric vehicle charging points in the country has been released.

The images bring to life the unique spots where drivers can stop off to top up their car batteries, from rolling hills to the British seaside.

Among the locations is a charging point buried in the Scottish Highlands, which is accompanied by its own skeletal ski instructor mascot and offers incredible views of the Glencoe Mountains.

Penrith in the Lake District - which provided inspiration for the beloved children’s books by Beatrix Potter – also has a point that allows drivers to charge their car while enjoying striking views of Ullswater Lake.

To showcase the country's extensive charging network, Go Ultra Low, the government and industry campaign to promote the uptake of electric vehicles, commissioned the series of photographs of charge-points across the UK.

Poppy Welch, head of Go Ultra Low, said: “From a charging perspective, there has never been a better time to be an EV owner in the UK.

“Government and private investment in the network in recent years has seen an impressive rise in charge-point numbers, with a mix of types and providers across the length and breadth of the UK.”

She added: “Many motorists think charge-points are just found in urban areas like car parks in towns and cities, however, this simply isn’t the case, so we thought the best way to demonstrate this is to show people.

“These images showcase the significant expansion in charging infrastructure highlighting the hidden gems that exist in the UK’s charging network.”

Other picturesque locations in the series include a charge-point nestled in the Blackdown Hills, near Yarcombe, overlooking the British countryside.

In the east of the UK, in St Leonard's-On-Sea, there is an EV chargepoint overlooking the English Channel, while those hiking the tors of Dartmoor National Park can plug in overnight at Bovey Castle.

However, it is not just in the depths of countryside which provide the perfect spot to park up and charge up.

Those travelling around the city of Glasgow can make a stop off at Blythswood Square to recharge their car batteries.

Charging points have also appeared across London after the Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) came into force, deterring less economical cars from the heart of the city.

The images captured in the capital show charging spots which offer views of the 310 metre high Shard building or of the 200 acre Battersea Park.

There are now close to 24,000 charge-point connectors at more than 8,000 locations across the UK.

The network also includes more than 1,700 rapid chargers, making the UK’s rapid charge-point network one of the largest in Europe.

Investment from Highways England means that by 2020, drivers on motorways and major A roads will never be more than 20 miles from a rapid charger.

John Whitehead, owner of Bryn Elltyd Eco Guesthouse in Wales, said: “As very early adopters of electric charge points in 2012, we’ve enjoyed seeing a steady growth in EV drivers using the connectors at Bryn Elltyd Eco Guesthouse.

"Our 3 connectors only use electricity from green renewable sources and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Moelwyn mountains and a hydro lake, helping electric motorists to enjoy travelling in the Welsh countryside.”

SWNS