The Proposal
The True Cost of the Haxted Mead Solar Proposal
Details of the proposed development and its harmful impact on our community.
The Concerning Proposal
A private energy developer is planning to impose a massive 50MW solar farm on valuable agricultural land to the east of Lingfield, Tandridge. Their concerning plans would:
- ❌ Consume approximately 220 acres (equivalent to 138 full-size football pitches) of productive farmland currently used for growing crops
- ❌ Industrialize peaceful rural land for at least 40 years
- ❌ Introduce high fencing, access roads, pylons, substations, and rows of metal infrastructure
- ❌ Permanently alter the natural landscape along the historic region
- ❌ Label token sheep grazing as "agricultural use" to justify removing land from food production
Proposed Site Location
The proposed site is located in Haxted, Surrey (TN8 6PW), to the east of Lingfield, accessed via Haxted Road from Edenbridge.
Before & After Comparison
Slide to compare the current landscape with the proposed development.
Developer's Timeline
March 2025
Public consultation
April 2025
Review feedback
Spring 2025
Planning application
Winter 2025/6
Planning determination
2027+
Construction
How You Can Support
If you share our concerns about this development, there are several ways you can help:
- Submit comments to the planning authority when the application is formally submitted
- Contact your local councillors and MP to express your concerns
- Join our campaign and help spread awareness in the community