Following consent for the 49.9MW solar farm in October 2024, RES is now preparing for construction of the project which will be capable of generating clean, low-cost electricity for around 15,000 homes every year as well as delivering a significant biodiversity net gain. A host of biodiversity enhancement measures will be implemented including the planting of some 2.5km of new species-rich hedgerow.
Site investigation (SI) works will commence on 13 April 2026 and are expected to take two weeks to complete. The SI works will be carried out to assess the ground conditions and sub surface structure of the site prior to construction and will include a range of testing including shallow trial pits and in-situ soil infiltration testing.
All works will be carried out in accordance with the relevant specifications and code of practice and supervised full-time by Nick Latherton, Supervising Engineer.
Works will be carried out during typical standard working hours, from Monday to Friday, and will involve a small number of traffic movements each day. The works will not impact the Public Rights of Way which cross the site, which will remain open throughout the works.
If you have any questions prior to or during the works, please contact Carey Green, Community Relations Manager at carey.green@res-group.com or on 01872 226931. Nick Latherton, Supervising Engineer, will be available on site throughout the works and will be able to assist with queries relating to the SI works.