Studley Solar Farm

Construction on Studley Solar Farm will begin soon.

On this page you will be able to find key contact information and project updates.

We are about to start construction in Q1 2026 on a solar farm and battery storage located on land on land at Studley Farm, Atworth, Melksham, SN12 8JN.

The Solar Farm will be connected into the local electricity network,. This will power the equivalent of 5,730 homes and displace 5,030 tonnes of CO2 every year it is in operation.

Works on the cable route on Westlands lane will commence late January 2026- March 2026 this has been planned closely with Wiltshire council and another Contractor to limit the impact of the work to the local residents and road network. Access to homes along Westlands lane will still be possible during this time but may be subject to minor disruption.

We held a Public Information Event in Atworth Village Hall on 27th November 2025.

Please find the boards that were presented at the event here.

Contact details

24-Hour Emergency Contact

This will be updated before construction begins.

Peter Elms

Communications Lead

0800 707 4146

contact@studleysolarfarm.co.uk

General Enquiries

About Studley Solar Farm

Studley Solar Farm is being constructed by Verdant Energy.

Verdant Energy will deliver Studley Solar Farm through the construction phase and into operations. Verdant Energy brings decades of experience in project development, delivery, and operations of renewable projects across the UK and abroad.

Site Preparation & Groundworks | Q1 2026 - Q3 2026

  • Access Tracks

  • Perimeter Fencing

  • CCTV

  • Foundations for ancillary buildings

Array Framework Installation | Q1 2026 - Q2 2026

  • Strong and durable frames made from high-quality materials are installed which are designed for specific climate and weather conditions at the site

  • Expert technicians use specialised equipment to drive the frames into the ground

Solar Panel Array Assembly | Q3 2026

  • Solar panels are placed onto the frames and securely fastened

  • Panels are position to ensure optimal exposure to the sun

  • Technicians ensure proper spacing and alignment between the panels and frames

  • Final checks are performed to ensure panels are functioning properly and securely mounted

Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) & Connection Equipment | Q2 2026 - Q4 2026

  • Ground preparation and sustainable drainage provided for the BESS and Connection equipment

  • Prefabricated Battery, PCS and MV Twin skid Units are installed along with a “customer

    substation”switchgear unit

  • Cables connect the inverters and the BESS technology to the switchgear unit which will then be connected to National Grid infrastructure at Walpole Bank substation

Testing & Commissioning | Q3 2026 - Q1 2027

  • Final testing of solar farm equipment and systems

  • Connection of solar farm to the electrical grid

Landscaping (According to Planting Season) | TBC

  • Seeding and planting of site and boundaries

  • Implementation of a custom planting plan

  • Planting at the next suitable opportunity if outside of ideal planting seasons

Indicative Timeline