Welcome Break opens its 61st service area next week in Hickling, near Melton Mowbray.

The site, located at the intersection of the A46 and A606, will feature EV charging stations and retailers such as Starbucks, KFC, Greggs and Little Waitrose.

Welcome Break said the service area would also include a GameZone, with some of the best adult gaming machines in the motorway service sector.

The launch of the service area on 24 July will also generate approximately 100 new jobs.

Adrian Grimes, commercial director at Welcome Break, said: “The new Hickling Service Area is part of Welcome Break’s continued investment and commitment to enhance motorists’ journeys across the UK.

“The new development will be the company’s 61st site to open in the UK. In addition to several ultra-fast EV chargers and a Drive Thru coffee offer, the site will also offer a variety of dining and retail offers, while also significantly benefiting the local economy by creating new jobs.

“Welcome Break are proud to support the Hickling community and are looking forward to welcoming travellers who stop by.”

Welcome Break Hickling.

Welcome Break Hickling.