Ground Breaks on our new ultra-rapid charging hub at former Chicklade Services

We’re thrilled to have officially broken ground on our landmark new ultra-rapid EV charging hub at the former Chicklade services on the A303. Set within the historic and picturesque Fonthill Estate, the development represents a major investment in the region’s charging infrastructure and a significant step forward in supporting the UK’s transition to electric mobility.

When complete, the hub will host over 30 ultra-rapid 160kW chargers, providing reliable, high-speed charging for drivers travelling along one of the South West’s busiest strategic routes. The site has been carefully designed to offer a first-class customer experience, including 24-hour WC facilities, 59 customer parking spaces, and 11 dedicated staff spaces.

Plans also include an upmarket farm shop and café, offering local produce and high-quality refreshments for visitors. The development will be further enhanced by landscaped outdoor seating, green spaces, and a children’s play area. A new footpath linking the hub to the village of Chicklade is also set to be constructed, improving access and supporting community connectivity.

Our CEO, Delvin Lane, was joined by Wiltshire Council Leader, Ian Thorn, Fonthill Estate Owner and Steward, Lord Alastair Margadale, and Project Manager, Bruno Skinner.

The Chicklade hub is scheduled to open in late Summer 2026.