North Coast 500 isn’t just a beautiful coastal drive, there are numerous sites and activities along the way.

Invergordon, a town once home to the Royal Navy fleet, has a unique outdoor art gallery of 11 plus large-scale professionally painted murals. Energetic drivers could stop off at Dunnet Beach on the north coast of Caithness for an unforgettable surfing experience. Or there’s white water rafting located on River Findhorn near the beginning and end of North Coast 500.

Stop by Dunrobin Castle for a real Scottish fairytale, go otter spotting at Tosaig or even chase dolphins at Chanory Point. Lastly, enjoy guided walking adventures starting from the lovely village of Ullapool. With so much to discover, it’s no wonder this is considered to be one of the road trips in the UK.

Distance: approx. 500 miles
Recommended length for trip: one week
EV chargers en route

- Inverness -
- Tesco Superstore, Inverness, IV3 5DD
- 2 devices and 4 connectors
- Type 2 (7kW)
- John O'Groats -
- John O'Groats Visitor Centre, KW1 4YR
- 1 device and 2 connectors
- CCS (50kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)
- Durness -
- War Memorial Car Park, IV27 4PN
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW), CCS (50kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)
- Ullapool -
- Harbour Office, The Pier, IV26 2UH
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)
 

The A591 between the two towns of Kendal and Keswick is one of the best drives in the UK as it offers some of the most breath-taking scenery, with Windermere and Grasmere must-see sites along the way.

Stop off at Windermere Lake, which at 10.5 miles long is the largest natural lake in England and one of the UK’s most popular destinations.

The quaint village of Grasmere was once described as "the most loveliest spot that man hath found", offering a perfect spot for a bite to eat at the local pub or cafe.

Distance: approx. 30 miles
Recommended length for trip: 4 hours
EV chargers en route:
- Kendel-
- EH Booths Kendel, 3 Yard, LA9 4DP
- 4 rapid devices and 8 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)
- Keswick -
- Central Car Park Road, Keswick, CA12 5DP
- 1 rapid device, 1 other device and 5 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)

Once at Cheddar Gorge avid walkers can take on Jacob’s Ladder, ascending 900 ft above sea level for an incredible view across the Gorge and the winding Mendip Hills.

If tucking into local food is more your thing, you simply can’t visit the home of Cheddar cheese without trying its infamous cheddar - some of which are matured in the nearby caves!

Or, if you’re feeling a little more active, hiring a bike to explore the immediate area could be the way forward.

Distance: approx. 15 miles
Recommended length for trip: 30-40 minutes
EV chargers (closest):
- Wells -
- Tesco Superstore Wells, Tucker Street, BA5 2DZ
- 2 devices and 4 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW)
- Sedgemoor Services M5 (South)
- M5 junction, Axbirgde, BS26 2UF
- 2 rapid devices, 2 other devices and 6 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)

Beach drives through both towns of St Ives and St Just offer plenty to do and see. The popular town of St Ives is one of the region’s most sought-after destinations, with plenty to choose from. From stunning beaches, and boat trips to Seal Island, to art galleries, surfing and eateries, there’s so much to see and do.

Meanwhile, St Just not only offers incredible scenery but is also at the heart of West Penwith mining country, with a fascinating history to be discovered.

Distance: approx. 13 miles
Recommended length for trip: Half a day
EV chargers en route:
- Tesco Superstore, St Ives
- 2 devices and 4 connectors
- Type 2 (22kW)
 

This scenic drive in the Peak District is short, but offers places where you can pull over and take a break, one of which is the Ladybower Reservoir in the Upper Derwent Valley.

A little way off the road there are some great hiking paths, leading to Fairbrook Waterfall – and the Kinder Scout if you’re up for a serious climbing challenge.

Distance: approx. 34 miles
Recommended length for trip: 25-30 minutes
EV chargers en route:
- Glossop -
- Lidl Glossop, Mill Street, Glossop, SK13 8AF
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- CCS (50kW), CHAdeMO (50kW) and Type 2 (22kW)
- Municipal Buildings Glossop, 15 Victoria Street, Glossop, SK13 8AF
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- CCS (50kW), CHAdeMo (50kW) and Type 2 (43kW)
- Hope Valley -
- Hope Valley Car Park, Hope, Hope Valley, S33 6RS
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW), CHAdeMo (50kW) and CCS (50kW)
 

The North York Moors is a popular road trip in the UK - home to pretty villages, stately homes and is teeming with wildlife.

Robin Hood's Bay is a notable place to stop. A quaint and stunning old fishing village with a beautiful stretch of sandy beach. Explore the rock pools and ancient fossils while walking on the sand. Wander through its narrow, twisting cobbled streets and alleyways or enjoy the range of cafes, pubs and restaurants.

There’s also the North Yorkshire Moors Railway – an old steam train – you can pick up from Whitby. A gliding lesson from Thirsk is worth a stop if you’ve got a head for heights. Or a two mile walk through the trees from May Beck to the charming Falling Foss Waterfall is quite the sight.

Distance: approx. 130 miles
Recommended length for trip: 1 day
EV chargers en route:
- Scarborough -
- Brunswick Shopping Centre, YO11 1UE
- 2 devices and 2 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW)
- Pickering -
- Black Swan Hotel, 18 Birdgate, YO18 7AL
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW), CHAdeMo (50kW) and CCS (50kW)
- Thirsk -
- Tesco Superstore, Station Road, YO7 1PZ
- 2 devices and 4 connectors
- Type 2 (43kW)

Some places worth stopping along this scenic route include Bidford on Avon (for the golf and boat fans out there), Harvington or even Evesham Country Park and Abbey. Over in Cheltenham, there is the unmissable walk through the Montpellier District, the Town Hall and the scenic ride on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway.

Distance: approx. 31 miles
Recommended length for trip: 1 hour
EV chargers en route:
- East End Service Station, London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham GL52 6YY
- 1 rapid device and 2 connectors
- CCS (50kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)

If you’re looking for one of the best driving roads in Scotland, the A82 is the name of a very scenic Scottish road passing along the shores of Loch Lomond and Loch Ness and the shadow of Ben Nevis. The drive starts at Glencoe, a village famed for its spectacular landscapes and as a filming location for James Bond's Skyfall, as well as numerous Harry Potter films.

If you fancy a hike along the way, Ben Nevis at 4,411 ft is the UK’s highest peak and naturally has jaw-dropping views.

There’s fishing along the rivers of Oich and Mriston, home to large spring salmon. Or try the Great Glen Canoe Trail along the Caledonian Canal, running from Fort William to Inverness and pass through Loch Ness.

Distance: approx. 68 miles
Recommended length for trip: 2 hours
EV chargers en route:
- Balluchulish Hotel, Glencoe, PH49 4JY
- 1 rapid device and 5 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)
- Camanachd Car Park, MacFarlane Way, Fort William PH33 6AN
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- CHAdeMO (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CCS (50kW)

The stretch between Minehead and Barnstaple allows drivers to experience the very best route from Somerset into North Devon, making it one of the more popular road trips in the UK.

Along this scenic route, one of the best places to visit across the North Devon coast is Ilfracombe. Here you can stop off for a boat trip on and visit nearby beaches of Lynmouth Beach and Woolacombe, while spotting some incredible wildlife and beautiful waterfalls.

Distance: approx. 38 miles
Recommended length for trip: 1.5 hours
EV chargers en route:
- Taw Garage Service Station, A39, Barnstaple, EX32 9HF
- 2 rapid devices and 4 connectors
- 2x CCS (50kW) and 2x CHAdeMO (50kW)
- Alexandra Road Car Park, Minehead, TA24 5DP
- 2 rapid devices and 4 connectors
- 2x CCS (120kW) and 2x CHAdeMO (50kW)

On this scenic drive, expect dramatic panoramic views along this swooping mountain pass - a firm favourite with Jeremy Clarkson, and it’s easy to see why.

Beginning at the junction with the A474 at the north of Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and travelling through Lower Brynamman and Brynamman, this fascinating route opens up to the Black Mountain Pass and emerges near Felindre near Llangadog. It then crosses through and continues northeast until the junction with the A40 at Llandovery. It reaches an incredible height of 493 m (1,617 ft) above sea level which is no doubt one of the most iconic scenic drives in the country.

Historical castles can be spotted along the route, including Carreg Cennen Castle and Dinefwr Castle.

Distance: approx. 22 miles
Recommended length for trip: 45 mins - 1 hour
EV chargers en route:
- Llandovery Public Car Park, SA20 0AW
- 1 rapid device and 3 connectors
- CCS (50kW), Type 2 (43kW) and CHAdeMO (50kW)