A new 12-bay electric vehicle (EV) charging hub has been activated at Wingham Wildlife Park in Kent, bringing destination charging facilities to one of the county’s leading visitor attractions.

The project serves as a premier case study in sustainable infrastructure for the zoological sector, combining a fully funded installation with high-specification hardware tailored for visitor attractions.

As a Corporate Associate member of BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums), an partnership with Wingham Wildlife Park, a solution has been implemented that directly addresses the rising demand for destination charging within the conservation community.. The hub features six dual-socket 22kW AC chargers, allowing up to 12 vehicles to charge simultaneously.

The installation follows the findings of an industry report published last year, Charging Up Conservation: How Zoos & Aquariums can lead the charge with EV Infrastructure, which highlights that nearly 25% of all family vehicles sold in 2024 were electric or hybrid, creating a critical need for zoos and aquariums to serve an increasingly eco-conscious demographic.

The 12-bay installation was delivered through a fully funded model, which allowed Wingham Wildlife Park to implement the project at no capital cost while ongoing maintenance and support is managed by RAW Charging. The site utilises destination chargers which are ideal for the long dwell times typical of wildlife park visitors, ensuring vehicles are replenished without requiring guests to move their cars during their visit. This project forms part of the ‘Connecting Amazing Places’ campaign and follows recent recognition as the recipient of the Zapmap Best Destination Network Award for 2026 and ICC Gold accreditation.

It follows an expansion of EV infrastructure at Chessington World of Adventures, which is just the latest example of similar hubs already established at other major UK attractions, including Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, as work continues with Merlin Entertainment Group to support sustainable travel across its portfolio.

Wingham Wildlife Park’s Owner, Tony Binskin, said:
“We’re delighted to be working with RAW Charging to introduce new electric vehicle charging bays at Wingham Wildlife Park. This investment is all about enhancing our visitors’ experience, making it easier and more convenient for guests to travel sustainably, while helping us become greener than ever.”

Jason Simpson, CEO of RAW Charging, also commenting on the project, said:
“Our partnership with Wingham Wildlife Park demonstrates how wildlife attractions can seamlessly integrate EV infrastructure into their sustainability strategies. By providing a fully funded solution, we enable BIAZA members to enhance the visitor experience and reduce visitor-related emissions while focusing their own resources on vital conservation work.”

The installation at Wingham Wildlife Park strengthens RAW’s position as the charging partner of choice for the UK’s leading leisure and hospitality destinations, joining a portfolio that includes Merlin Entertainments, National Trust and RHS.