Powering the Future of Sustainable Transportation
Exclusive Charging Tariffs for InstaVolt App Users
Download the InstaVolt app to unlock exclusive low tariffs at Winchester – powered by on-site solar energy, so you can charge smarter and greener.
The largest and "most advanced" electric vehicle (EV) charging station of its kind in the UK with an on-site solar farm, alongside "cutting-edge" battery storage will provide industry-leading reliability at an unprecedented scale. Read More
Designed to accommodate a variety of vehicles, the site features drive-through bays for larger vehicles and towing setups, extra-long van bays, and dedicated accessible charging spaces to ensure inclusivity for all drivers. Read More
This location is so well thought out. There are 44x 150kw chargers, every EV bay has room either side to sort out cables. Each charging unit has WiFi and can be paid for with contactless cards. Read More
The Superhub was officially opened by Danny Chambers, MP for Winchester, and Martin Tod, Leader of Winchester City Council, who hailed the site as a major step forward in the UK’s transition to sustainable transport. Read More
Charging is easy
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Tap to charge
Using your contactless debit or credit card, simply tap the screen to get started. Alternatively, you can pay using the InstaVolt app.
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Plug in
InstaVolt’s DC rapid chargers are designed for any EV with open standard connectors. Just plug in and hit start.
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No subscription or connection fees
When you’re finished, press the stop button, remove the charging cable and pay only for what you used. Easy!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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All 44 chargers at Winchester are ultra-rapid and capable of delivering up to 160kW. That means most EVs can gain up to 100 miles of range in around 15–20 minutes.
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You can pay with the InstaVolt App, contactless credit/debit card, or RFID card. No sign-up or membership is required.
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No, you can simply tap and go. However, downloading the app unlocks special app-only promotions, live charger availability, and charging history.
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Yes. The chargers and toilet facilities are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Starbucks café follows its own opening hours.
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Absolutely. The site includes 4 long bays for vans, 4 drive-through bays for towing vehicles, and 3 Blue Badge bays with ample space for manoeuvring.
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Until 7pm 27th July 2025, users who charge at Winchester can claim a free drink at Starbucks by showing proof of charging (via app or receipt). Full terms at instavolt.co.uk/free-coffee-at-winchester.
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Yes – just keep your receipt or screenshot the session in your car’s charging app. The Starbucks team will verify your charge time.
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From 7pm on 16th May to 7pm on 31st August 2025, all EV drivers charging at the InstaVolt Winchester Superhub can benefit from reduced charging rates — no matter when they plug in.
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- £0.50 per kWh for users charging with the InstaVolt app or InstaVolt RFID card
- £0.54 per kWh for users paying via contactless or via roaming partners (e.g., Octopus Electroverse, PAUA, OVO Charge, Corpay, Charge Now)
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No. The Summer Special applies 24/7 – day and night – throughout the promotional period.
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This rate is exclusive to the InstaVolt Winchester Superhub and does not apply at any other InstaVolt location.
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- To receive £0.50/kWh, use the free InstaVolt app or your InstaVolt RFID card.
- To receive £0.54/kWh, you can use contactless card payment or one of the supported roaming partners:
- Octopus Electroverse
- PAUA
- OVO Charge
- Corpay
- Charge Now
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After the promotional period ends, prices at the Winchester Superhub will revert to InstaVolt’s standard tariff structure:
- £0.50/kWh for app and RFID users between 7pm and 7am
- £0.65/kWh for app and RFID users between 7am and 7pm
- £0.87/kWh for contactless and roaming customers at all times
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The Winchester Superhub is InstaVolt’s most advanced site, powered by 870 on-site solar panels and a 960kW / 4MWh battery storage system. This infrastructure allows the site to generate and store renewable energy, reduce reliance on the national grid, and offer lower, consistent pricing directly to consumers.
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No – the Summer Special replaces all other pricing or promotions at the Winchester Superhub during the eligible period.