Beacon Fen Energy Park secures development consent
The Secretary of State approved the 400 MW solar and 600 MW battery project east of Sleaford on 21 August 2026.
Renewables & Energy · Solar
Beacon Fen Energy Park
Beacon Fen Energy Park is a consented solar and battery-storage development east of Sleaford and north of Heckington, linked to Bicker Fen substation.[1][2]
Current position
Delivery at risk: The legal challenge creates uncertainty over delivery. [3]
Lincolnshire County Council announced on 2 October 2026 that it had submitted a High Court claim challenging the development consent granted in August. Its announcement described the case as awaiting a decision on permission for a full hearing.
Benefits
- The approved scheme combines up to 400 MW of solar generation with up to 600 MW of battery storage. Low Carbon says the solar output could supply the equivalent of around 130,000 homes and avoid about 72,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.
Latest developments
Lincolnshire council challenges Beacon Fen Energy Park consent
Lincolnshire County Council reports that it has submitted a High Court judicial-review claim challenging the development consent granted to Beacon Fen Energy Park on 21 August. A judge will decide whether the claim can proceed to a full hearing. The council’s announcement does not establish that consent has been revoked or that construction has been suspended.