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National Grid Proposes New Pylon Route in Derbyshire

3/3/2026

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  • National Grid has initiated a consultation on a proposed 37-mile electricity pylon corridor in Derbyshire, from Chesterfield to Willington.
  • The consultation follows feedback from a previous 2024 consultation and additional technical and environmental assessments.
  • The new proposal includes a more defined route and an alternative option intended to avoid sensitive areas such as the River Amber, Ogston Reservoir, and Ogston Hall.