EV Chargers in Durham
Durham has 22 public EV charging points, including 2 rapid (50kW+) and 18 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Instavolt Bishop Auckland at 120kW. Charge points are operated by MER, Charge Your Car and POD Point (UK), plus 3 other networks. The most widely available connector in Durham is Type 2 (Socket Only).
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Instavolt Bishop Auckland
RapidA688
CCS (Type 2) · 120kW ×2 CHAdeMO · 50kW ×2Record last verified June 2023
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Lidl-Dur Pity Me
RapidWheatlands Way
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW CCS (Type 2) · 50kW CHAdeMO · 50kWRecord last verified December 2024
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DCC Grange Villa Community Centre
FastGrange Villa Community Centre
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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DCC Belmont Park & Ride 2
FastBelmont Park & Ride
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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DCC Wharton Park 1
Fast10 Princes Strett
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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DCC Horden Railway Station Car Park 1
FastHorden
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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DCC Sidegate Car Park 1
FastSidegate Car Park
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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DCC Nevilles Cross 2
FastCross View Terrace, Neville’s Cross Complex, Darlington Rd
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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DCC Abbey Leisure Centre
FastAbbey Road- Pity Me
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Radisson Blu Hotel Durham
FastFrankland Lane
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Howlands Park and Ride
FastHowlands Park and Ride
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Sainsbury's Durham
FastArnison Retail Centre
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified October 2026
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Durham County Hall
FastFramwellgate Peth
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Appleyard Motors Alma Place
FastAppleyard Motors Alma Place
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWGetting in Appleyard Motors Alma Place
Record last verified May 2023
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College of St Hild and St Bede
FastCollege of St Hild and St Bede
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWGetting in College of St Hild and St Bede
Record last verified May 2023
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Durham County Council Offices
FastSpennymoor
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Holly Wing
FastMountjoy Centre
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWGetting in Holly Wing
Record last verified May 2023
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Howlands Park and Ride
FastHowlands Park and Ride
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWGetting in Howlands Park and Ride
Record last verified May 2023
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Prince Bishops Shopping Centre
FastHigh Street
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified December 2023
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Poplar Tree Garden Centre
FastPoplar Tree Garden Centre
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWGetting in Poplar Tree Garden Centre
Record last verified May 2023
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Salvus House
SlowSalvus House
BS1363 3 Pin 13 Amp · 3kWGetting in Salvus House
Record last verified May 2023
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Sainsbury's Supermarket
SlowArnison Retail Centre, Pity Me, Durham
BS1363 3 Pin 13 Amp · 3kW BS1363 3 Pin 13 Amp · 3kWGetting in Sainsburys carpark, Durham.
Record last verified October 2026
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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.
Who runs the chargers in Durham
- MER7 charge points
- Charge Your Car6 charge points
- POD Point (UK)4 charge points
- BP Pulse (UK)3 charge points
- InstaVolt Ltd1 charge point
- The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions)1 charge point
EV charging in Durham — FAQs
How many EV charging points are there in Durham?
There are 22 public EV charging points in Durham: 2 rapid (50kW+), 18 fast (7–50kW) and 2 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 4 different connector types.
Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Durham?
Durham has 2 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Instavolt Bishop Auckland at 120kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.
Which charging networks operate in Durham?
Charge points in Durham are run by 6 networks, the largest being MER, Charge Your Car and POD Point (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.
Do I need an app to charge in Durham?
Of the 22 charge points listed in Durham, 2 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 12 require an account, app or membership card before you can start a session. It is worth setting those accounts up before you need them rather than in the car park. Under the UK charge point regulations, rapid units of 50kW and above must display their price in pence per kWh before you start.
Are the EV chargers in Durham free to use?
Most of the 22 charge points in Durham require payment, and the access column above shows how each one is paid for. Pricing varies by network and charging speed, so check the operator's app or the signage at the location for the current tariff.