Churchill
In July 2020, National Grid successfully completed upgrade works at the existing Churchill substation, along with key modifications to the electricity network east of the site.
This forms part of the wider Hinkley Connection Project a significant investment in the region’s electricity network. The project aims to connect new sources of low-carbon energy to homes and businesses, including the new Hinkley Point C power station in Somerset.
The work at Churchill is now complete, marking a major milestone in the delivery of the project. The works undertaken at Church will now play a vital role in strengthening and securing the electricity network across the South West.
Churchill Timeline
Completed July 2020
Upgrade at Churchill substation
Work included:
- Upgrading the existing substation and adding new equipment to connect the overhead power lines located east of the site.
Modification of the existing 132,000-volt overhead lines east of Churchill substation
Work included:
- Connecting Churchill substation to the existing overhead power line.
- Installing a short section of underground cable and replacing an existing pylon with a new cable sealing end (CSE) pylon to link the overhead line with the new underground cable.
- Removing the temporary construction compound, haul road, and site entrance, and restoring the land.
Thank You
Thank you from everyone working on the project for your patience and understanding as we progress with this important work to connect six million homes and businesses to new sources of homegrown, low carbon energy, and help the UK meet its net zero ambitions.