Residents in Fylde have a chance to find out more about proposals which could bring electric cables through the borough to connect an offshore wind farm to the national grid at Penwortham.
Fylde Council is urging residents to attend upcoming community information events about Ørsted’s proposed East Irish Sea Transmission Project, which could have a major impact across the borough.
Ørsted is a Danish energy company and a major global player in offshore wind power.
The project would involve laying underground cables from a coastal landfall point to transport renewable energy from the Mooir Vannin Offshore Wind Farm in Isle of Man waters.
Ørsted is currently considering two potential cable route corridors through Fylde – one north of Blackpool and one south of Southport – with a final route to be selected later this year based on environmental, technical and community feedback.
Residents can learn more about the proposals and share their views at the following drop-in sessions being held next month:
Monday September 8, 1-6pm at Southport Community Centre, 99 Norwood Road, Southport, PR8 6HQ
Tuesday September 9, 2-7pm at Marine Hall, The Esplanade, Fleetwood, FY7 6HF
Wednesday September 10, 2-7pm at The Hightown Club, Thirlmere Road, Hightown, Liverpool, Merseyside, L38 3RQ
Thursday September 11, 2-9pm at Hambleton Village Hall, Hambleton, Lancashire, FY6 9BZ
Friday September 12, 2-9pm at Newton, Salwick & Clifton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Newton with Scales, Preston, PR4 3RX
Saturday September 13, 11-4pm at Penwortham Arts Centre – ‘The Venue’, Liverpool Road, Preston, PR1 9XE
Councillor Richard Redcliffe, Lead Member for Planning, commented: “While we recognise residents may have concerns about large infrastructure projects in our area, it’s vital that everyone takes this opportunity to understand what’s being proposed and ensure their voice is heard.
“These early-stage discussions allow our communities to comment on plans before formal applications are submitted.”
The Development Consent Order application is expected in late 2027, with statutory consultation planned for autumn 2026.
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