EVC, a major electric vehicle (EV) charging company, is partnering with The Jockey Club to bring EV charging to Carlisle Racecourse.

The move is part of the racecourse's goal to become carbon-neutral by 2027.

More than 100 charging points will be installed across 14 racecourse venues operated by The Jockey Club.

Carlisle will get six chargers, which will benefit both staff and visitors.

Kirstin McEvoy, sustainability manager at The Jockey Club, said: "Horseracing is a sport with so much heritage, and our partnership with EVC underscores our commitment to seeking out innovations that will enable us to future-proof our racecourses and deliver on our net zero ambitions."

She added: "Ensuring all 14 of our locations have EV charging solutions and tripling the EV parking bays available for our racegoers means a faster charging experience."

This move comes shortly after new research by ChargeUK highlighted the key role of charging infrastructure in the UK's switch to EVs.

Nick Bellamy, CEO at EVC, said: "At EVC our mission has always been to develop one of the largest destination charging networks in the UK.

"By enabling fast and convenient EV charging at each of its iconic venues, The Jockey Club strengthens its guest experience, bolsters its sustainability objectives, and appeals to a new generation of environmentally conscious racegoers and corporate hospitality clients."

In February 2023, EVC received a £165 million investment from Denham Sustainable Infrastructure to achieve its goal of delivering up to 100,000 EV charging points across the UK.

Various charging tariffs will be available, with reduced rates accessible via the EVC Plus app.