RAW Charging, an electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, retail, and hospitality sectors, has opened a new public electric vehicle charging hub at Cardigan Fields, described as the “largest high-powered site of its kind in Yorkshire.”
The hub includes 32 charging bays, made up of 14 AC fast chargers, six DC rapid chargers, and 12 ultra-rapid units.
It is accessible 24 hours a day, serving a site that sees around 29,000 vehicles pass daily.
The installation forms part of a £24.5 million programme led by RAW Charging and Landsec to expand EV charging infrastructure across 25 retail and leisure destinations.
Expansion of EV infrastructure across retail sites
The Cardigan Fields site builds on an existing partnership between RAW Charging and Landsec, aimed at deploying charging infrastructure across high-footfall locations. It follows a similar installation at Xscape Yorkshire, also operated by RAW Charging.
Cardigan Fields is a leisure and retail destination in Leeds, with a mix of entertainment venues, restaurants, and fitness facilities. The new charging hub is intended to support visitors travelling by electric vehicle, as adoption continues to increase across the UK.
According to industry figures, electric and hybrid vehicles accounted for around one in four new car sales in 2025, contributing to rising demand for accessible charging facilities. Locations such as retail parks and leisure centres are increasingly being used to provide this infrastructure.
Landsec’s portfolio attracts more than 20 million visitors each year. Its collaboration with RAW Charging includes sites such as Bluewater, Gunwharf Quays, White Rose Shopping Park, and Cardigan Fields.
The Cardigan Fields chargers support contactless payment and are available at all times. A promotional period offering free charging is scheduled from 13–19 April for users who register with RAW Rewards.
Neil Broadbank, Chief Commercial Officer at RAW Charging, says, “We are delighted to bring Yorkshire its largest high-powered public EV charging hub at Cardigan Fields.
“This installation is a significant milestone in our partnership with Landsec and our mission to connect amazing places across the UK.”
Mark Welsby, Centre Manager at Cardigan Fields, adds, “We are delighted our customers can now use the new ultra-rapid charging hub at Cardigan Fields.
“As demand for electric vehicles in the local area continues to grow, it’s vital that our retail destinations offer the infrastructure and convenience that drivers need.
“We look forward to continuing our work with RAW Charging to deliver more EV hubs across our portfolio, driving meaningful progress towards net zero and creating long-term value for our communities.”
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