Kimbolton Solar Farm
Where is the proposed Kimbolton Solar Farm?
The project is situated on part of the former World War II airfield on land west of Stow Road, Kimbolton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 0HU. The site consists of approximately 33 acres (13.4Ha) across several fields which are currently used for arable farming.
In addition to having solar panels on the site, the proposal also includes biodiversity and landscape enhancement measures, such as new hedgerow planting and gapping up of existing hedgerows to ensure there are minimal visual and environmental impacts. Sheep may also be grazed underneath the solar panels once operational.
Introducing Kimbolton Solar Farm
Bluefield Renewable Developments Ltd is proposing to develop a solar farm on part of the former airfield near Kimbolton.
The planning application has now been submitted and validated. It can be accessed on Huntingdonshire District Council’s planning portal under the following reference: 22/01945/FUL.
This website provides some further information and offers the opportunity to comment on the plans.
The solar farm would have an approximate capacity of 8 MW. The proposed development would create enough renewable energy to meet the annual electricity needs of approximately 1,600 homes. It would also offset approximately 1,400 tonnes of CO2 each year, the equivalent to taking around 350 cars off the road each year.
Kimbolton Solar Farm Location
Kimbolton Solar Farm Site Layout - Please click on image to zoom in
Founded in 2009, the Bluefield Group builds, manages and operates solar and other renewable energy projects on behalf of its clients. It currently operates over 100 solar farms in the UK with an aggregate capacity of over 750 MWp. As both a developer and operator of renewable energy projects, Bluefield seeks to build long-term relationships with landowners and the local community. We aim to deliver high quality projects that generate significant renewable energy, have low visual impact and enhance biodiversity and land management.
As both a developer and operator of renewable energy projects, Bluefield seeks to build long-term relationships with landowners and the local community. We aim to deliver high quality projects that generate significant renewable energy, have low visual impact and enhance biodiversity and land management.
For more information on Bluefield Development please visit our website.
The benefits
It will assist Huntingdonshire District Council in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with national targets.
The proposed development will contribute towards the security of energy supply in Huntingdonshire through the provision of local, renewable energy supply.
New hedgerow planting is proposed to contain and screen the solar farm from its surroundings.
This is a temporary development, allowing the land to rest for the period of operation.
We anticipate that the solar farm will have a significant positive net biodiversity impact. Ecological enhancements being considered include strengthening of existing hedgerows, planting for wildflower and wild bird seeds together with breeding boxes for bats and birds.
Careful consideration has been given to the development to avoid affects on landscape, heritage or ecological designations.
The proposed solar farm will not require Government subsidy.
Public Consultation
Public Consultation Display Boards
On Friday 10 September 2021 from 14.00-19.00, we held a public consultation event at Mandeville Hall, Thrapston Rd, Kimbolton PE28 0HW.
You can view the material that was presented at the public consultation event by clicking here.
Tell us what you think
Please complete the feedback form you received in the post, or fill in this online questionnaire.
Project Timeline
September 2021
Pre submission consultation and finalise design
September 2022
Submit planning application
Early to mid 2023
Planning decision
2024
Construction
(if approved)
Local Authority: Huntingdonshire District Council
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