Maryport solar farm plans as council consultation under way
June 11, 2025
Solar farm the size of 30 football pitches planned
ReutersA solar farm the size of about 30 football pitches could be built on agricultural land, if plans go ahead.
The project would involve two parcels of land off Ewanrigg Lonning in Maryport, Cumbria, measuring a total of 19.7 hectares (197,100 sqm).
Anesco, the Preston-based company behind the plans, said the solar farm would produce 13MW of energy – enough to power about 3,500 homes.
Labour-led Cumberland Council has launched a consultation, which closes on 8 July.
In planning documents submitted to the council, Anesco said: “There is an urgent need to address carbon emissions and support renewable energy schemes in this locality, which this scheme can facilitate.”
GoogleAnesco said the development would be about 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from another solar farm in Flimby.
The development has an estimated lifespan of 40 years and the site would be returned to its original state, the planning documents said.
They added the project would support the government’s aim to reach net zero by 2050.
“This is in addition to Cumberland Council’s commitment towards delivering decarbonisation and renewable projects,” they said.
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