Godwin Developments powers up with Newcastle’s largest EV charging hub

Godwin Developments has secured full planning permission from North Tyneside Council to create Newcastle-upon-Tyne’s largest rapid charging EV hub. Situated at Holystone Park, the development will feature 30 rapid charging bays and 24 additional parking spaces, nine of which will be accessible. The scheme will also incorporate a coffee drive-thru and drive-to store. Simon Handslip, managing director of commercial development at Godwin Developments, said: “The development directly supports North Tyneside’s goals to reduce transport-related emissions while also creating new jobs and attracting investment in the borough. Given the significant lack of rapid EV charging infrastructure in Holystone and the surrounding area, this project will play a vital role in accelerating the transition to sustainable energy transportation in North Tyneside and beyond.”  Lambert Smith Hampton advised on planning. Sauders Architects designed the scheme.