Key facts
- Council scheme
- In July 2025, the council's cabinet backed a trial of EV charging gullies. A council report put the typical cost of a gully at around £650 after grant funding, with interested residents invited to apply for a licence.
- Cross-pavement policy
- Trial basis. The council does not support temporary solutions such as cable covers, and a gully does not reserve a parking space.
Charging an EV in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole without a driveway
BCP Council has received a growing number of requests from residents who want to charge at home but park on the street. In July 2025 its cabinet backed a trial of EV charging gullies – channels set into the pavement for your cable.
Key points
- A council report estimated a typical gully at around £650 after grant funding
- Residents taking part apply for a licence, similar to applying for a dropped kerb
- Temporary fixes like cable covers or mats aren't allowed
- A gully doesn't reserve the parking space outside your home
Check BCP Council's website for the latest on the trial.
Related: New pavement channel rules from 21 October 2026 · How to charge an electric car without a driveway · All council guides
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Last updated 16 October 2026