If you have made the decision to invest in an electric vehicle, you are improving your own carbon footprint and helping millions of others accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility. Almost as good as being part of that global movement, is the chance for a holiday in beautiful East Devon safe in the knowledge that EV chargers are now available across the region.
Visiting Devon this Summer?
Exeter and the surrounding areas are well supplied with rapid electric vehicle charging points. Make your trip stress free and an enjoyable experience by planning a relaxing morning or afternoon around your car charging. There is a comprehensive network of residential rapid EV chargers available across Exeter and East Devon including tourist hotspots such as Exeter Quayside, Lympstone and Plymouth. Enjoy exploring these unique areas with the peace of mind of a full battery when you return.
Exeter Quayside
Here you’ll find flat cycle paths along the route of the Canal and River Exe and, importantly, several pubs along the way. If you fancy getting even more active, the Quay is home to the South West’s largest climbing wall, with over 200 climbing routes. While your car charges, why not take to the water and hire a canoe, kayak or paddleboard from Saddles & Paddles and make your way up the Exe.
For foodies, The Quay is perfect. Find local and independent restaurants and cafés from seafood favourite Rockfish to the place of legendary dustbin lid pizzas – On The Waterfront. During summer outdoor street food markets and live music often pops up here. You’ll feel like you’re on holiday.
Exeter City Centre
Venture into Exeter’s city centre and visit some of the historic sites. The Cathedral, surrounding green and Royal Albert Memorial Museum offer free activities. Don’t forget to visit the famous Gandy Street, which is rumoured to have inspired Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley. Its cobbled streets, colourful independent stores, and wide selection of eateries makes it a quirky and distinct place to explore. Lympstone Escape the city to East Devon’s Lympstone and find fast vehicle charging points in the area. Plug in and spend an afternoon exploring Lympstone. This quintessentially British estuary village is full of character with cobbled streets, scenic harbour and unique Grade listed buildings. The Exe Estuary Trail links Lympstone Manor to Exmouth and Topsham and bike hire is available at the Manor if you wish to explore further afield. The Manor itself offers top quality dining, tennis courts, a heated swimming pool and vineyard tours.
Plymouth
Devon’s port city, steeped in maritime heritage offers plenty to do whilst your car charges. Plymouth is a city known for its arts and culture with frequent exhibitions and events year-round. The Barbican’s area and port is an example of this character and culture which hosts specialist shops, independent cafes and restaurants with locally-sourced ingredients. Nearby is Plymouth’s Hoe with incredible views over Plymouth Sound and toward Drake’s Island. If you visit on a typical rainy British summer’s day, Plymouth’s National Marine Aquarium, the UK’s largest, provides an educational and interactive experience.
So, if you are planning a day trip to Devon, make sure to visit Exeter, East Devon, or Plymouth with peace of mind that you have access to high quality, rapid charging points for your electric vehicle. You can make the most of your time here and create some great memories with family and friends.
