Montacute House, a stunning historic property over 400 years old, is leading the way in merging heritage with green technology. The National Trust has installed eight electric vehicle (EV) charging bays in the car park, underscoring its commitment to environmental sustainability and cleaner travel.
The new installation features four rapid 50 kW chargers alongside four 22 kW destination chargers, all powered entirely by renewable energy. Visitors can conveniently pay using contactless card, eliminating the need for any apps.
Situated near Yeovil, just off the A303, Montacute House offers an ideal stop for holidaymakers traveling to the South West. While vehicles charge in as little as one to two hours, guests can explore the house and its tranquil surroundings.
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Gareth Parker, Montacute House’s property operations manager, commented, “We are delighted to provide EV charging points for our visitors. With the government’s push towards phasing out petrol and diesel vehicles, this facility makes Montacute House not only a cultural destination but also a practical hub for electric car users.”
The National Trust collaborates with RAW Charging, the company funding and operating the chargers. Montacute House joins seven other Trust properties in the South West as EV hubs and is part of over 30 locations across England and Wales offering electric vehicle facilities.
Jason Simpson, CEO of RAW Charging, said, “Partnering with the National Trust allows us to make EV travel easy, sustainable, and accessible. Montacute House is now an integral part of the journey toward net zero, with over a million electric miles already driven across National Trust sites.”
This initiative aligns with the National Trust’s ambitious target to reach carbon net-zero by 2030. Given that transport contributes to 20% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions, such infrastructure investments significantly reduce the environmental footprint of visiting treasured heritage sites.