Spanning both sides of the motorway and connected by a vehicular and pedestrian underpass, the development serves a diverse range of users. The northern site is dedicated to HGV drivers, featuring essential amenities, while the southern site offers a 32,000-square-foot amenity building housing leading brands such as Starbucks, KFC, Pret A Manger, Waitrose, and Burger King. Additional facilities include a petrol station, a standalone Starbucks drive-thru, and ample parking for over 600 vehicles, catering to cars, HGVs, coaches, and caravans.

The project also showcases the sector’s ongoing shift toward sustainability and enhanced traveller experiences, with 28 EV charging points, a Tesla Supercharger station, and Applegreen Electric facilities. Family- and pet-friendly features, such as an indoor children’s play area, a dog exercise area, and the UK’s first outdoor gym at a motorway service area, further elevate the site’s appeal.

Our team at have brought technical expertise and sector knowledge to this complex, multi-faceted project, managing the seamless integration of diverse facilities while overcoming significant site challenges. From coordinating the fit-out requirements of multiple high-profile brands to ensuring efficient layouts for both public and HGV facilities, we played a key role in bringing this ambitious vision to life.

Joe Barrett, CEO of Applegreen, also expressed his pride in the achievement, describing it as a “mammoth task” brought to fruition by the dedicated efforts of the entire team and contractors.

The new motorway service area represents Welcome Break’s commitment to enhancing the motorway travel experience. As the architects delivering this landmark project, we are proud to have contributed to an innovative, customer-focused development that sets a new benchmark for motorway service areas and reflects our continued growth and diversification in the sector.