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
Solar Panel Array Assembly
Indicative Timeline
| Q1 2026 - Q3 2026
Array Framework Installation
| Q1 2026 - Q2 2026
| Q3 2026
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) & Connection Equipment
Testing & Commisioning
Landscaping (According to Planting Season)
| Q2 2026 - Q1 2027
| Q3 2026 - Q1 2027
| TBC 2027