Solar Panels for Farms in Wiltshire
Specialist agricultural solar PV across Wiltshire and the wider Wiltshire area, including Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire. MCS-certified, FETF grant-backed, fixed-price proposals within 7 working days.
Solar panels for farms across Wiltshire
Wiltshire’s chalk downs and Salisbury Plain provide excellent opportunities for large-scale solar installations. From traditional downland farming to modern agricultural operations, we serve Wiltshire’s diverse agricultural sector.
We deliver MCS-certified solar PV across Wiltshire for dairy, livestock, arable, poultry and mixed enterprises. Every project starts with half-hourly meter data analysis, a structural survey, and a fixed-price proposal — typically within 7 working days. Our installation teams cover Swindon, Salisbury, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Devizes, Marlborough, and the wider Wiltshire area.
Local challenges we plan around
- Salisbury Plain military training area restrictions
- Chalk downland landscape considerations
- Heritage site proximity (Stonehenge area)
- Large-scale arable operation requirements
- Varied terrain affecting installation design
Seasonal and irradiance profile
Wiltshire’s central southern location and open downland provide excellent solar conditions, particularly beneficial for large-scale agricultural operations.
Recent Wiltshire installations
Installed a 200kW system on a major Wiltshire arable farm, powering grain storage and processing facilities while reducing annual energy costs by £60,000.
Frequently asked questions
Are there restrictions near Salisbury Plain?
Military training areas may have specific restrictions. We work with relevant authorities to ensure installations comply with all security and operational requirements.
Can I install solar panels near heritage sites?
Heritage areas require careful planning consideration. We design installations that respect historical significance while providing modern energy benefits.
Get a Wiltshire farm solar quote
Free desk-based feasibility from your half-hourly meter data. Fixed-price quote within 7 working days. We cover Swindon, Salisbury, Chippenham, Trowbridge and the wider Wiltshire area.
Postcodes covered in Wiltshire
- SN1 1
Other areas we cover
Wiltshire farm solar — frequently asked questions
How much do solar panels cost for a farm in Wiltshire?
Agricultural solar in Wiltshire costs £600–£900 per kWp installed gross — about £360–£540 per kWp net after FETF and 100% AIA. Most Wiltshire farms install 50–250 kWp systems (£35,000–£175,000 gross / £19,000–£105,000 net). A typical 100 kWp barn-roof system runs £60,000–£75,000 gross, £36,000–£45,000 net.
What grants are available for farm solar in Wiltshire?
The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) covers up to 40% of capital cost (£100,000 cap), and it stacks with the 100% Annual Investment Allowance which writes the balance down against profits in year one. SFI and Countryside Stewardship Capital Grants add further support.
What is the payback period on farm solar in Wiltshire?
Most Wiltshire farm solar systems pay back in 1.6–2.6 years after FETF and 100% AIA. Dairy and poultry units — with high 24/7 electricity demand — sit at the fast end (1.6–2.0 years); seasonal arable holdings sit toward 2.2–2.6 years. After payback every kWh generated is effectively free for the remaining 20+ years of the system's life.
Do I need planning permission for farm solar in Wiltshire?
Roof-mounted solar on existing agricultural buildings in Wiltshire is generally permitted development, so no full planning application is required. Ground-mount arrays, listed buildings, conservation areas and AONB-visible sites may need consent — we handle the Wiltshire Council application as part of every quote.
Which Wiltshire postcodes do you cover for farm solar?
We cover every Wiltshire postcode, including SN1 1. Our installation teams reach all of Wiltshire and the surrounding area (Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire), with a free desk feasibility turned around in 3 working days.