RAW Charging offers free EV charging to celebrate new Rapid Hub launch at Brotherhood Shopping Park

RAW Charging, the leading electric vehicle chargepoint operator for the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors is delighted to announce the successful installation and electrification of EV chargers at Brotherhood Shopping Park in Peterborough, owned by abrdn plc.

Highlights

New bays: Brotherhood Shopping Park now features eight ultra-rapid 300kW charging bays.

Free charging week: To mark the launch, free charging will be available to all Christmas shoppers from Wednesday, 4 December to Wednesday, 11 December.

Enjoy a treat on us: The first 50 EV drivers to charge their vehicles can grab a complimentary coffee and cake at Costa.

Convenient features: Chargers support contactless payment options, ensuring ease of use for all EV drivers.

*Please be aware before charging: RFID roaming cards such as Octopus Electrocard are not part of the offer.

Brotherhood Shopping Park is a prime shopping destination, home to well-known brands including M&S, Asda Living, Poundland, and TK Maxx. With Next keeping shoppers stylish, Costa offering a perfect coffee break, and home furnishing stores like Tapi and Oak Furniture Land on site, visitors can enjoy a complete retail experience while charging their vehicles.

RAW is once again delighted to offer a free charging week to ensure drivers can experience the convenience of ultra-rapid charging while receiving real-time customer feedback. The initiative supports festive shoppers, making the busy Christmas season more sustainable and stress-free.

This installation marks another milestone in RAW’s growing collaboration with abrdn. This shared commitment to enhancing destination charging aligns with RAW’s mission to make EV charging faster, more accessible, and more convenient for retail customers.

This year, RAW Charging has continued its expansion with key developments for McArthurGlen and has installed chargers at premier retail sites, including Junction 27 and major attraction sites for Merlin Entertainments such as LEGOLAND® Windsor and Alton Towers. RAW also collaborates with commercial property owners, transforming underutilized brownfield sites into high-performing Rapid Hubs across the UK, including sites in Leeds, Slough, Bishop Auckland, Croydon, and St George’s Park.

Jason Simpson, CEO, RAW Charging, commented:

“Our new Rapid Hub at Brotherhood Shopping Park is a fantastic addition to RAW’s growing network of ultra-rapid charging sites. This premier retail location offers both convenience and a top-tier shopping experience, making it the perfect spot for EV drivers to recharge while they shop or grab a coffee whilst charging en route. We’re excited to celebrate this launch with a week of free charging and to further strengthen our partnership with abrdn.”

Phil Huby, Head of Retail Parks, abrdn, said:

“We are thrilled to partner with Raw Charging to enhance the EV infrastructure at Brotherhood Shopping Park. The installation of eight ultra-rapid EV chargers will significantly boost access to public charging in Peterborough, providing local residents, businesses, and visitors with reliable and convenient charging solutions. This initiative supports our commitment to sustainability and underscores our role in fostering a greener future for the community.”