Whitestone Solar Farm
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Project update – November 2026
The first round of examination hearings will occur from 10 -12 November at Aeesseal New York Stadium in Rotherham. The detailed agendas are published on the Planning Inspectorate’s website here.
Project information
Whitestone is a proposed solar farm with associated battery storage that would be located in South Yorkshire between Rotherham and Doncaster and connect into the National Grid at the new substation on Long Lane. Click here to learn more about the project and how it has changed over time.
Development process
Because Whitestone would generate more than 100MW of energy, it is considered a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP). This means we need to apply for a Development Consent Order (DCO) which will be decided at the national level by the Secretary of State. Click here to learn more about the development process.