Plans for a new anaerobic digestion facility in Anwick, Lincolnshire, have drawn sharp opposition from residents concerned about its proximity to homes and the potential impact on the village’s character and property values.
Stream Bioenergy has submitted a proposal to build a biogas plant on Horncastle Road, adjacent to the existing Moy Park poultry factory. The facility is designed to process up to 120,000 tonnes of chicken waste annually, converting it into biomethane for injection into the national gas grid. The site would include eight 25-metre-tall digestion tanks and associated processing infrastructure.
Although the developer states the project includes odour mitigation, noise control, and upgraded road infrastructure, many locals argue that its scale and location, just 200 metres from residential properties, would cause environmental and logistical issues. The proposal outlines a maximum of three HGV movements per hour, with a dedicated connection to Moy Park to limit traffic.
More than 600 residents have signed a petition opposing the development, citing concerns over air quality, industrialisation of the area, and non-compliance with local planning guidelines. The application is currently under public consultation and will be reviewed by Lincolnshire County Council.
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