RAW Charging (“RAW”), the leading electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors, is delighted to announce the opening of Manchester’s newest major EV charging hub in partnership with Landsec at Parrs Wood, Didsbury.
Highlights
- RAW Charging hub with Landsec opens at Parrs Wood, Manchester, as part of a £24.5 million national rollout.
- 26 new EV charging bays installed, offering a mix of ultra rapid, rapid and fast charging to suit all drivers.
- Parrs Wood attracts over hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, offering a vibrant mix of entertainment, dining, and leisure activities.
- RAW Charging to rapidly expand its network across Landsec’s portfolio throughout 2026.
- To celebrate the launch, all drivers can enjoy free half-term charging by signing up to RAW Rewards at the new hub on Friday 29 May – Monday 1 June 2026.
Powering one of Manchester’s Favourite Leisure Destination
Parrs Wood is one of Manchester’s premier leisure destinations. The site is home to a Cineworld cinema, tenpin bowling, Nuffield Health gym, a range of popular restaurants, and more – making it a true hub for entertainment, dining, and family fun.
With the installation of 26 new EV charging bays, visitors can now enjoy everything Parrs Wood has to offer while charging their vehicles with confidence and convenience.
Connecting Amazing Places
RAW Charging’s mission is to connect amazing places, making EV charging faster, more accessible, and more convenient for millions of drivers. The partnership with Landsec builds on RAW’s proven track record of delivering EV charging at leading retail and leisure sites and iconic destinations across the UK.
By bringing cutting-edge charging infrastructure to Parrs Wood, RAW is supporting Manchester’s transition to cleaner, greener transport and enhancing the visitor experience at one of the city’s most vibrant destinations.
A National Rollout for a Greener Future
The Parrs Wood hub is the third major hub launch, as RAW Charging and Landsec embark on a nationwide rollout that will see over 1000 new charging bays installed across 28 flagship retail and leisure destinations. The rollout will continue at pace throughout 2026, with RAW and Landsec committed to upgrading legacy infrastructure and delivering the very best in EV charging technology for millions of visitors each year.
Jason Simpson, CEO, RAW Charging, commented:
“We are thrilled to launch our newest EV charging hub with Landsec at Parrs Wood, Manchester, a destination that truly embodies our mission to connect amazing places. By bringing reliable, rapid, and accessible charging to where people spend their time, we’re not just powering vehicles, we’re powering experiences.
“This Is a further step in a transformative national rollout that will see RAW Charging and Landsec deliver the UK’s most customer-centric EV charging network across iconic destinations. We look forward to welcoming drivers to Parrs Wood and to many more Landsec sites in the months ahead.”
Mark Welsby, Centre Manager, Parrs Wood, commented:
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome RAW Charging to Parrs Wood. As one of Manchester’s leading leisure destinations, it’s vital that we continue to enhance the experience for our visitors, and the addition of RAW’s state-of-the-art EV charging hub does exactly that.
With so many people coming here to enjoy our cinema, bowling, gym, restaurants and more, having reliable and convenient charging on site means guests can relax and make the most of their visit. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this will have for our customers and the wider community as we support the transition to greener travel.”
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