Leeds-based property developer, Eshton Group, has commenced construction on a new roadside development on Bridge Street, Castleford.
Planning consent was granted by Wakefield Council in late 2024 for the site to be transformed into an electric vehicle charging hub and coffee shop. Eshton Group has since instructed Ellenby Construction and preparation works are now underway.
Eshton Group has already secured Costa Coffee and EV Networks for the development, bringing 10 EV charging bays and a drive-thru coffee shop to the area. The site is expected to be completed by October.
Richard Tovey, director at Eshton Group, said: “As we continue to build our portfolio of roadside sites, we are pleased to be able to bring forward this new development in Castleford. Not only will the new site bolster local EV charging infrastructure, but it will also serve commuters due to its prime proximity to key road networks.
“Having already secured EV Networks and Costa Coffee to the site, we are confident that this new roadside development will be a welcome addition to the local area.”
Eshton Group is an established property business, specialising in commercial, industrial and roadside development. As the firm continues to strengthen its portfolio, it is actively looking for additional sites for roadside uses across the North.