Tollgate Solar Farm

Tollgate Solar Farm is a proposed 16-megawatt (16MW) solar development, to be located on fields to the east of the A1(M), between the towns of Welham Green and Hatfield, within the area of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.

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Project overview

Powering the future with solar

The Tollgate Solar Farm development will generate clean, renewable energy for export into the national electricity system – powering homes and businesses across the country. The development of new renewable energy sources is a key component of the fight against climate change and will help to ensure our energy independence at a time of significant international uncertainty.

We will deliver extensive landscaping alongside the development, which will deliver new habitats and offer visual screening. There will be significant biodiversity benefits associated with the project.

As part of our planning application, we have undertaken detailed assessments of important issues, including visual impact, traffic & transport, heritage and glint & glare..

Current status: Planning (Expected planning submission Q2 2025)

16

megawatt export capacity

4,880

homes powered 

Updates & milestones

January 2025

Project scoping

April 2025

Public consultation

May 2025

Planning Submission

Q4 2025

Expected Determination

Q2 2027

Construction begins

Q2 2028

Operations begin

Environmental focus

Tollgate Solar Farm is being brought forward with a clear commitment to environmental responsibility. Brockwell Energy will carefully consider potential effects on the local landscape, wildlife, heritage features, noise levels, and traffic. The project will follow recognised best practices for sustainable development, with thoughtful landscaping to boost biodiversity and reduce visual impact.

  • Community engagement & benefits

    We’re committed to working closely with the local community as we bring forward Tollgate Solar Farm. The project aims to deliver a range of local benefits, including:

    • Community Investment: Funding to support local initiatives and projects that matter to residents.
    • Opportunities for Local Businesses: A focus on using local contractors and suppliers where possible during construction.
    • Environmental Gains: Enhancing biodiversity and supporting sustainability in the surrounding area through thoughtful site design.

Public consultation

Our public exhibition is scheduled for Wednesday 16 April, between 2pm and 6:45pm, at:

North Mymms Memorial Hall
36 Station Road
Welham Green
AL9 7PG

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

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 clean power by 2030, and net zero emissions by 2050?
Domestic renewable energy generation, such as utility-scale solar, helps ensure the United Kingdom has a secure, domestic energy supply. To what extent do you agree that it is important for the UK to secure its energy supply and not rely on energy imports from overseas?
We have outlined our proposals for new solar energy at Tollgate Farm, in a scheme that minimises visual impact and provides new habitats for local biodiversity. To what extent do you support our proposals?

Enquiries

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