New super-fast hub now open at the Co-op in Ashington

• Eight cars or vans can charge at the new public charge points, which are ultra-rapid - adding up to 100 miles of range in just 15-20 minutes 
• The new charge points accept contactless bank cards, are compatible with every electric vehicle on the market today, and have a 24/7 free helpline for customers 
• Osprey Charging, which operates the charge points, is a nationwide public charging network consistently ranked in the top 3 UK networks for customer experience 

Residents, shoppers and visitors to Ashington now have improved access to electric vehicle charging with the opening of a new public ultra-rapid hub at Co-op Ashington on Newbiggin Road. The new chargers are part of the Osprey Charging network.   

The eight ultra-rapid 300kW charge points can typically add up to 100 miles of range in just 15-20 minutes, depending on the model of vehicle and its battery level. Drivers can pay easily using contactless bank cards or Apple/Google Pay, with no need to download an app, although there is an Osprey Charging App available with a discount. The chargers are compatible with every electric vehicle on the market today.  

The site has been carefully selected for its location at the Co-op in Ashington, serving shoppers, local businesses and passing traffic on the nearby A189. The charging hub provides convenient charging for drivers travelling north of Newcastle on the coastal road, as well as those using Newbiggin Road and nearby amenities include the Fox Cover Pub.  

Designed with ease of use in mind, the charging bays are spacious and simple to access, with a free 24/7 helpline available to support customers whenever needed. For business and fleet drivers, receipts can be obtained via the Osprey App, and the chargers accept all major third-party payment methods. 

The new Northumberland site is an important investment in Osprey’s roll-out of public rapid charging infrastructure in strategic locations across the UK. With over 1,500 charging bays available to British drivers, Osprey’s award-winning network is enabling more and more drivers to choose electric.   

As EV uptake increases across the country ahead of the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, more and more of Northumberland’s visitors will look for EV charging as standard. This installation will also encourage EV uptake in the area, improving local air quality, reducing noise pollution and supporting local decarbonisation efforts. 

Osprey funded this installation and oversees the operation and maintenance of the chargers, all of which are powered by renewable energy. The Co-op on- site also benefits from a future-proofed car park and being able to attract more EV drivers as customers.