Exam Period Ends for 237.5MW UK Solar Farm

Wedoany.com Report-Sept. 7, Boom Power’s Fenwick Solar Farm project has moved a step forward following the early completion of the Development Consent Order (DCO) examination phase. The process concluded on 3 September, ahead of the statutory six-month period, initiating the recommendation phase of the approval process.

The Fenwick Solar Farm, located near the village of Fenwick in Doncaster, is classed as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP). Designed to deliver up to 237.5MW of solar power along with co-located battery energy storage, the facility is expected to generate enough clean electricity to supply approximately 75,000 households annually. The project will be connected to the Thorpe Marsh Substation, strengthening regional grid capacity.

With the examination completed, the Examining Authority will now prepare a recommendation report for the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. This report is anticipated within three months, marking the next step toward securing full consent for the project.

Boom Power founder Mark Hogan said: “Reaching the close of examination at Fenwick Solar Farm is an important milestone, not just for Boom Power but for the UK’s wider net zero journey. This scheme will generate enough clean electricity to power around 75,000 homes each year, while enhancing biodiversity and supporting agricultural use. From the outset we have been committed to designing projects that are sensitive to their surroundings and bring long-term value to the communities in which they are based. Fenwick Solar Farm is a strong example of how large-scale renewable energy can be delivered responsibly, and we are grateful to the Examining Authority, local stakeholders and community members for their constructive engagement throughout the process.”

Rob Smith, Boom Power’s head of NSIP development, highlighted the importance of the project’s design approach: “Fenwick Solar Farm has been a rewarding project to develop, and I am proud of the design we are now taking forward. From the outset, our focus has been on creating a scheme that integrates sensitively into the surrounding landscape while delivering the significant clean energy capacity the UK urgently requires. Careful attention has been given to biodiversity enhancements, habitat creation, and opportunities for continued agricultural use, ensuring that the site can support both nature and farming alongside renewable energy generation. The inclusion of co-located battery storage is particularly important, helping to strengthen grid stability and manage peaks in demand. With the support of an experienced design and planning team, we believe Fenwick Solar Farm demonstrates how large-scale infrastructure can be delivered responsibly, with lasting benefits for the local community and the wider environment.”

The Fenwick project represents a significant investment in renewable generation, combining solar capacity with advanced storage solutions. Once approved and constructed, it is expected to make a meaningful contribution to regional electricity supply while aligning with long-term sustainability and net zero targets.