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Country lane solar farm in Bedfordshire could power 13,000 homes

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A large solar farm could be built next to a country lane that was part of the 2025 Tour of Britain cycle race.

The developer said the project near Maulden, Bedfordshire could generate enough power for more than 13,000 homes.

Some of the people who live nearby said the solar farm would spoil the scenery and the site should be left as agricultural land.

The developer said the location was chosen for its distance from large numbers of houses and natural screening.

Limbersey Lane was part of the third stage of the 2025 men’s Tour of Britain between Milton Keynes and Ampthill.

The Greenstead Solar farm is planned for land near Haynes West End, alongside Limbersey Lane to the north of Maulden.

According to developer Brockwell Energy’s website, the development could cover about 75 hectares (185 acres) and generate up to 40 MW of electricity.

The company said this would be enough to power more than 13,000 homes.

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