Plans for new solar farm by River Hull

The proposed site would provide power for 15,000 homes, its developer said

Plans have been unveiled for a solar farm near Beverley that could power up to 15,000 homes.

The Drove Lane Solar Farm would be built on land near Woodmansey close to the River Hull.

Its developers, Lighthouse Property Holdings Ltd, said the site "would connect into the local distribution network providing renewable energy to local people".

If approved, work on building the site could start in 2026.

A public exhibition with details of the development and consultations with parish councils will start next month.

A planning application is expected to be submitted to East Riding of Yorkshire Council by March, the developer's website said.

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