Following the acquisition of the RNA business in March 2024, Brockwell is pleased to announce that it has completed the integration of the RNA business with Brockwell. The submission of seven new planning applications in the last few months highlights the success achieved in integrating Brockwell Energy’s Edinburgh and RNA’s London-based development teams.
These projects total over 770MW of capacity, spanning technologies of onshore wind, solar and battery storage technologies that lie at the heart of a balanced and secure energy future.
The variety of the projects demonstrate Brockwell’s ability to consistently deliver high-quality projects based on string environmental stewardship, technical rigour, and local engagement.
Breezy Hill Wind Farm – South Ayrshire, Scotland
An 80MW wind farm with integrated battery storage, Breezy Hill lies adjacent to our flagship North Kyle site. Submitted to planning on 8 May 2025, the project will generate clean electricity and deliver long-term community and economic value. The project was launched after securing additional grid capacity and is targeted for operation by 2028. The Breezy Hill project will build on the very significant restoration benefits delivered to the former Chalmerston mining coal complex by the North Kyle scheme. As with all Brockwell onshore wind development, the Breezy Hill scheme recognises the importance of delivering value to communities over and above generation of renewable energy and is working with local stakeholders and Forestry Land Scotland to help turn the former mining complex into regionally important visitor attraction through the delivery of the North Kyle Masterplan.
Brockwell recognises the growing impact of wind farms in East Ayrshire around New Cumnock. As a result, we will be restricting development to focus only on schemes on and around former brownfield mining sites that are well set off from surrounding communities and also where the establishment of a well-designed wind project can deliver significant local benefits through improved restoration, ecology and long-term public access.
Scawby Brook Solar Farm – North Lincolnshire
Located near Brigg, the 49.9MW Scawby Brook Solar Farm, with an integrated battery energy storage system, was submitted on 28 February 2025. The project has been designed to deliver clean power to the national grid while enhancing local biodiversity. Extensive environmental assessments have been undertaken, covering glint and glare, traffic, noise, and visual impact.
The project sits adjacent to the Brigg Biomass Power Plant, a 40MW straw-fired facility. This co-location highlights the evolution of energy generation in North Lincolnshire, showcasing the region’s shift towards renewable and low-carbon technologies.
Cegin Energy Storage – Gwynedd, North Wales
Submitted on 31 March 2025, Cegin Energy Storage is a 99MW battery energy storage facility located near Pentir. The project will store and release renewable energy at times of high demand, supporting energy independence and improving grid resilience. The development includes a 40-year operational lifespan, after which the site will be fully restored.
Parkway Energy Storage – Oxfordshire
Parkway Energy Storage is a 300MW battery project proposed at Appleford Sidings near Didcot, Oxfordshire. Submitted on 30 May 2025. The facility has been located on brownfield land at the Sutton Courtenay Waste Management site and will provide grid balancing services and flexibility for the wider electricity network. The project will include biodiversity enhancements and be delivered to the highest environmental and safety standards.
Importantly, the scheme will make use of the existing infrastructure associated with the former Didcot Power Station, which has since been demolished. This reuse of legacy energy infrastructure supports efficient land use and aligns with sustainable development goals.
Peat Dykes Energy Storage – West Yorkshire
On 6 June 2025, Brockwell submitted its planning application for Peat Dykes Energy Storage - a 100MW BESS adjacent to the West Bradford Substation near Wilsden. The project is designed to stabilise the grid and support the UK’s growing renewable generation capacity, with ecological mitigation measures incorporated from the outset.
The scheme features a “sunken design”, which helps to integrate the infrastructure into the surrounding landscape and significantly reduces visual impact, particularly for nearby residents and key viewpoints.
New Oak Energy Storage – North Yorkshire
Submitted on 13 June 2025, New Oak is a 100MW energy storage project proposed at New Oak Farm, Camblesforth. Located near the Drax substation, the facility will offer 200MWh of storage capacity - capable of powering 220,000 homes for two hours - helping to support both local and national sustainability objectives.
Glentaggart BESS – South Lanarkshire, Scotland
On 11 June 2025, planning was submitted for Glentaggart BESS, a 42MW battery facility situated southeast of Douglas, strategically located close to the proposed new Redshaw Substation just west of the M74. With the ability to store 84MWh of renewable electricity, Glentaggart will contribute to a more resilient, cleaner energy system and aligns closely with Scotland’s net-zero ambitions.
These submissions are a direct result of the hard work, collaboration, and technical excellence of our in-house teams, as well as the trusted consultants and partners who support us. With every application, we are advancing our mission to deliver reliable, low-carbon infrastructure across the UK - infrastructure that not only meets national energy needs but also reflects our values of sustainability, considerate location, careful design and community benefit.
We believe that these projects, together with the other projects in the Brockwell development pipeline and operating portion will make a material contributions to helping the UK achieve its transition to net Zero.