FRESH plans for a service station on a main route in and out of Shepton Mallet – and near the Glastonbury Festival site – have been submitted.

Proposals for a four-pump filling station, shop, alongside eight electric vehicle (EV) charging points and three jet wash bays on the site of the Gold Hand Car Wash, on the A37, were previously approved in June 2022.

Now, MBH Design Studio – on behalf of Motor Fuel Group Ltd – has submitted plans with an amended design of the shop building to Somerset Council.

The previous approved application outlined how the new petrol pumps would be open 24 hours a day, while the shop would open between 6am and 11pm each day.

The current filling station forecourt would be redeveloped, alongside construction of a new shop building, EV charging stations and jet wash bays.

How the new shop building could look at the proposed A37 services at Shepton Mallet. Picture: MBH/Somerset Council

The original approved application, submitted by Savills, said the scheme would being numerous benefits to the area.

“The proposed development will enhance the local economy, increasing choice and competition within the local area,” it said.

“It will also enhance the appearance of the existing site, and provide a service that is essential to a wide range of users.

“The proposal clearly benefits economic activity and extends the range of facilities available to local communities.

“The proposal is for economic development and will create approximately 14 full-time equivalent employment positions at a range of skill levels, as well as providing facilities to local communities that use the A37.

“It is expected that that the majority of employment opportunities created will go to local residents.”

The A37 through Shepton Mallet is a popular route to the Glastonbury Festival from the north and east, with the Pilton site around four miles away.