Parkway BESS

Parkway Energy Storage is a proposed 300-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system (BESS), located land at the Sutton Courtenay Waste Management Site (SCWMS), Appleford Sidings, Sutton Courtenay, near Didcot, Oxfordshire.

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Project overview

Powering a greener future with clean energy, local care, and lasting impact

Parkway Energy Storage development will store clean, renewable energy for export into the national electricity system, helping to power homes and businesses across the country. The facility will store excess power and release it back into the grid during periods of high demand, helping to stabilise the electricity grid and support the UK’s transition to a net-zero future, ensuring energy independence during a time of significant international uncertainty.

Parkway Energy Storage will be temporary in nature, with an anticipated lifespan of 40 years, after which the site will be decommissioned and restored to its original state. Brockwell Energy has a proven track record of developing and delivering high-quality projects, and the development will be designed to the highest standards, complying with all regulations on noise, fire prevention, and safety.

Parkway Energy Storage will also include extensive landscaping, providing new habitats, visual screening, and delivering significant biodiversity benefits alongside the development.

Current status: Project scoping

300

megawatt-hours of electricity storage

660,000

homes powered for 2 hours

Updates & milestones

Q1 2025

Project scoping

April 2025

Public consultation

May 2025

Planning application submission

Q1 2026

Planning decision expected

Q4 2026

Construction begins

Q4 2027

Operations begin

Environmental focus

Peat Dykes Energy Storage is being developed with a clear commitment to environmental stewardship. Brockwell Energy will carefully consider potential impacts on the landscape, biodiversity, noise, traffic, and local heritage, ensuring the project meets the highest standards for sustainable development. Thoughtfully planned landscaping will enhance biodiversity and reduce visual impact, while a comprehensive Flood Risk and Drainage Strategy will ensure effective and responsible water management on site.

  • Community engagement & benefits

    At Parkway Energy Storage, we’re committed to creating long-term, positive relationships with the local community. The project is designed to bring a range of local benefits, including:

    • Support for Community Projects: Financial contributions to help fund initiatives that matter most to local people.

    • Economic Opportunities: Engagement with local businesses, contractors, and suppliers throughout the construction phase and beyond.

    • Environmental Improvements: Carefully planned landscaping and habitat creation to boost biodiversity and leave a lasting environmental benefit.

Public consultation

We are dedicated to meaningful community engagement and truly value your input on the Parkway Energy Storage project.  

Our first public consultation webinar is scheduled for Thursday 17 April, between 6pm and 7pm, online, and you can register at:

Parkway Public Consultation Webinar Registration

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the project, ask questions, and share your views. We look forward to welcoming you and hearing your thoughts as we shape the future of Parkway Energy Storage.

Consultation Feedback Form

The feedback we receive, along with the results of our technical and environmental assessments, will help inform the development of our plans.

This consultation exercise is being undertaken to ensure we can consider the local community’s views as we develop our proposal in your area. Please complete the form below - you are welcome to answer as many or as few questions as you like.

Thank you for taking the time to share your views.

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Do you support the country's transition to net zero by 2050?
Battery Storage helps ensure the United Kingdom has a secure, domestic energy supply. To what extent do you agree that it is important for the United Kingdom to secure its energy supply and not rely on energy imports from overseas?

Enquiries

For any questions or further information, please contact us at parkway@brockwellenergy.co.uk.