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4 road trips you need to take with your Electric Vehicle

Enjoy the road trip you’ve been dreaming of

Whether you’re already the proud owner of an EV or are considering going for it, knowing that you can charge your vehicle quickly and conveniently with Shell,* means you can have confidence in being able to hit the open road. And with the Shell Recharge app at your fingertips, easily navigate to your nearest charging point along your route for a hassle-free experience.

There’s never been a better time to revel in the freedom of a road trip with an EV, so having planned for your EV adventure, here are four road trips to discover that will leave you feeling recharged, with Shell Recharge points keeping you covered along the way.

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Oxford
Castle Combe
Cirencester
Bristol
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Trip No. 1

Discover the Cotswolds' picturesque villages

Oxford

Starting your journey in Oxford, charge your EV and take the opportunity to wander through the historic streets.

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Castle Combe

Head towards Castle Combe for a tour of St. Andrews Church, dating back to the 13th century, and practice your swing at the award-winning golf course.

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Cirencester

Head to Cirencester to find hidden gems in the Antiques & Collectors’ market. Then take a dip in Lake 32, a wild swimming spot sure to leave you feeling refreshed.

Need your car charged in Cirencester? Find fast, convenient EV charging at the Shell Recharge point in the Waitrose car park. Why not use this opportunity to recharge yourself by grabbing a snack for now or a meal for later.

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Bristol

Finish your Cotswolds experience in historical Bristol, grab a coffee while you charge your EV, and explore this quirky city. End your trip feeling recharged and refreshed.

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London
Guildford
Arundel
 Brighton and Hove
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Trip No. 2

Retrace this famous route from London to Brighton

London

Begin in London with its expansive network of Shell Recharge points. Visit Columbia Road Flower Market, taking a walk through Brick Lane from the Shell Recharge point on Whitechapel Road. A feast for the senses.

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Guildford

Less than an hour from London, reach the cobbled streets of Guildford. To refill your cultural cup, visit Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village.

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Arundel

Travelling south to Arundel, famous for its castle with views across the South Downs, take a tour and walk through its spectacular gardens.

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Brighton and Hove

Hit the coast and drive east until reaching Brighton. Wind your way through The Lanes, and take a ride on the Brighton i360, ending your road trip on a high note.

Grab a Costa Coffee and recharge at Shell Hove, taking a stroll around Hove Park while your car is charging.

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Manchester
Peak District National Park
Birmingham
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Road trip No. 3

Combine cities and countryside following the history of the industrial revolution

Manchester

Popular among sports and music fans, Manchester has a rich industrial heritage. Use your time discovering the city while recharging your EV at the Shell Little Waitrose Phoenix on Regent Road.

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Peak District National Park

Head into the Peak District National Park to experience Castleton’s caves and caverns, then enjoy the scenery en route to Bakewell for some Bakewell tart.

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Birmingham

Follow the open road to Birmingham, central to England’s industrial revolution. Stop and recharge your batteries at Shell Fiveways site on Bath Row. Use the time while your car is charging to plan your day in Birmingham.

Weymouth
Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door
Studland Bay
Bournemouth
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Trip No. 4

Drive through time along England’s Jurassic Coast

Weymouth

Begin in Weymouth to recharge your EV in the Harbourside car park and soak up the beautiful sandy beaches.

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Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door

Wind along the coastal road with stunning scenery until reaching Lulworth Cove. Follow the well-trodden cliff-top trail to Durdle Door with its infamous limestone arch. On a rainy day, take a trip to look around the majestic Lulworth Castle.

Studland Bay

Navigate to Studland Bay with miles of golden sandy beaches, framed by a nature reserve that’s home to native wildlife.

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Bournemouth

Head to the Shell Recharge charging point at Waitrose Parkstone on your way into Bournemouth to charge your electric car. Use the time to pick up lunch and essentials, while you wait. Finish your road trip in style at Twelve Eatery for a dining concept bursting with colour.

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Wherever the road takes you, have confidence that your electric car will take you there, with a growing network of rapid and ultra rapid and efficient charging stations across the country from Shell.* Experience Shell Recharge - voted Best universal charging network” at the 2022 DrivingElectric Awards.

Using the Shell Recharge app, find your nearest charging point and know that you’ll get back on the open road in no time at all.

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