Construction of the solar farm at Manor Farm, Bourton Road is now complete and undergoing testing, following connection to the electricity grid.  

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If you have any queries at all relating to the solar farm please complete and submit the form below or email us directly at:  bourton@oneplanet.ltd

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Set out below are some answers to FAQs:

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How many solar panels will be installed on the site?

28,476.  You can download a layout plan of the solar farm by clicking on the map on this page.

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How much electricity will the solar farm be generating?

On average, the annual electricity produced by the project will be of the order of 16,800,000 kWh, enough to power around 4,400 homes.

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When will the public footpath re-open?

The public footpath through the site has now reopened, but please be aware that the council webpage may still be showing it as closed until the current licence expires on 6 June 2025.

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What biodiversity benefits will the solar farm provide?

Ground-mounted solar parks foster new habitats,  support native vegetation, and provide wildlife corridors.  A recent study published by Lancaster University concluded they can “provide vital resources to help stem the decline in the nation’s bees and butterflies”.

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Once construction is completed the site becomes a passive place to continue traditional farming by way of sheep grazing but also allowing us to farm the clean, green energy from the sun’s rays. 

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With the land left mostly to its own devices over the lifetime of the solar farm, restoration and the reintroduction of indigenous plant species is a welcome by-product.  The solar farm will function as a green space, attracting a variety of wildlife species such as birds, insects, and small mammals. Additionally, the shaded areas beneath the solar panels can serve as microhabitats for ground-dwelling organisms as well as shelter for grazing sheep.

 

By incorporating wildlife-friendly features and sustainable land management practices, this ground-mounted solar farm will contribute positively to biodiversity conservation while simultaneously contributing to the UK's energy security.

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