The Project

Low Carbon is bringing forward a new renewable energy project along with the infrastructure needed to export the electricity it generates to the local network operator, National Grid Electricity Distribution (formerly Western Power Distribution).

Stretton Baskerville Solar Farm, located on land south of Hydes Lane across the Boroughs of Rugby and Hinckley & Bosworth, will generate approximately 49.9 megawatts (MW), producing enough clean renewable energy to cover the annual electrical consumption of approximately 16,500 homes each year.

The solar farm, co-located with battery storage will contribute to supporting our transition to a low carbon energy system while securing the energy needs for Great Britain whilst helping to reach our commitment of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Stretton Baskerville Solar Farm will operate for a period of 40 years, after which the modules will be decommissioned and removed from the land and as many items will be recycled or re-purposed as possible.

For more information please see the Rugby and Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Councils -
Application no: 21/00732/FUL (Hinckley & Bosworth)
R21/0622 (Rugby)