THE BEST BANK HOLIDAY GETAWAYS BY EV
Factoring in a contingency mileage for peace of mind in case of detours or higher-than-normal battery usage (if the air conditioning is on or the car is heavily loaded, for instance), the following journeys should be comfortably completed by EVs with appropriate ranges:
From London:
* Southend-on-Sea - Enjoy a traditional day out at the seaside, complete with fish and chips and coin-shuffling fun in the arcades. Return trip: 84 miles
* Brighton - Arts, entertainment and culture overtake the city during May as the Brighton Festival and the Brighton Fringe overlap. Return trip: 130 miles
* The New Forest - Watch the forest come to life in spring, with wild flowers, wild horses and wild landscapes at every turn. Return trip: 186 miles
From Cardiff:
* Bannau Brycheiniog - Visit the renamed Brecon Beacons and conquer Pen y Fan, the highest peak in South Wales. Return trip: 68 miles
* Rhossili Bay - Whether picnicking, walking or braving the water for a surf, the Gower Peninsula is the ideal destination over a bank holiday weekend. Return trip: 140 miles
* Stratford-upon-Avon - Take the scenic route to Shakespeare's birthplace, driving through popular Cotswolds spots including Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold. Return trip: 230 miles
From Edinburgh:
* Stirling - Delve into history in Scotland's former capital, home to the National...
