Webinar:
"....an online information evening hosted by SP Energy Networks, where we'll be sharing details about the electricity network reinforcement works taking place across Lymm, starting in January.
The webinar will explain why the work in your area is needed, how it will strengthen the local network for the future, and what residents can expect while our teams are on site. We'll also talk through the planned road and footpath closures, traffic management measures, and how we're working to keep disruption to a minimum.
The webinar is open to anyone interested in understanding more about the project and what's involved, so please do share this with your community members.
Event Details
Date: 7 January 2026, 6pm to 7pm.
Format: Held on Microsoft Teams. Join the meeting by following this link " ...(note this link should be updated / validated prior to the call - check back on 07/01 OR contact SP Energy for a clean link).
MS Teams meetings can be 'fun' to join on a 'free' account - ideally have the app / client installed, but be prepared to join via a browser...
"What we'll Cover
- Why the network reinforcement is needed
- Where and when roadworks will take place
- how we minimise disruption to residents
- How to stay updated through the project
- There will also be a Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask questions to members of our team.
Questions?
to ask any questions about the webinar, please contact our community relations team:
- Email: lymmreinforcement@spenquiries.co.uk
- Phone (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm): 0800 188 4481"
28/11/2025 press release:
"SP Energy Networks will begin essential modernisation works on the electricity network in Lymm this January, ensuring the local system is ready to meet growing demand for cleaner, greener energy.
As part of our commitment to delivering a reliable and resilient electricity supply, we are investing in upgrades that will increase capacity and futureproof the network.
The project will involve replacing sections of ageing underground cables and installing new connections across the local network. This work requires excavation in specific areas and careful traffic management to minimise disruption. Our priority is to complete the work safely and efficiently while keeping any impact on residents and road users to a minimum.
Work will start in January 2026 and continue until July 2026 in two main areas:
- West Lymm: Cherry Lane and Elm Tree Road, progressing to Booths Hill Road, New Field Road, Moston Grove, Daisy Bank Road and Barsbank Lane.
- East Lymm: Lymm Footpath, then Woodland Avenue & Crescent, Higher Lane and Burford Lane.
Further cable replacement will follow across other parts of Lymm as the project moves forward.
Steve Matthias, Mid Cheshire District General Manager at SP Energy Networks said, “With electricity demand set to double by 2050, investment in the UK’s electricity network is critical to building a modern, flexible and greener energy system.
“Our work in Lymm will ensure the local network is fit for the future, supporting the community as more people adopt low carbon technologies. We’ll keep residents informed throughout and thank everyone for their patience as we deliver these essential upgrades.”
All works and traffic management plans have been agreed with Warrington Borough Council. Standard working hours will be 07:00–17:00, up to seven days a week. There may be short periods where no activity is visible on site, for example while reinstated surfaces set.
Clear signage will be in place ahead of any changes to road layouts, and updates can be found at https://one.network (opens in a new window).
A dedicated community relations team is available for anyone who wants to find out more about the project. They can be contacted via phone 0800 188 4481 or email lymmreinforcement@spenenquiries.co.uk."
& from 01/12/2025:
"FUTURE-PROOFING OUR NETWORK IN LYMM
01/12/2025
We are delivering a major upgrade to modernise the electricity network in Lymm, so we can meet increasing demands for electricity in a cleaner and greener future.
We are replacing a 13km cable connection in Lymm to future-proof the local network and ensure a safe, reliable and resilient electricity supply for the region.
The project will be delivered in stages, with work starting at two separate locations in Lymm in early January 2025. The work will involve digging sections of road and footpaths to replace old cables, then connecting the new cables to various points on our local supply network.
The work is scheduled for completion in July 2026, by which time the new, modern cable connection will be in place and supporting a reliable supply of electricity that’s fit for the future.
We’re working with Warrington-based partner Opus Utility Solutions to deliver the work, which will start with installing a section of the cable on Cherry Lane and the Lymm Footpath.
Diversion routes and signage will be in place to make people aware, and we will complete the work as safely and quickly as possible to minimise disruption.
We’ll ensure access to properties and businesses is always maintained, and do not expect electricity supplies to be interrupted as a result of this work.
Our plans have been agreed with Warrington Borough Council and are designed to minimise disruption to road users.
We will keep residents regularly informed as our work progresses, or if any of our plans change.
Further updates on our work in the area, including diversion routes, are available to view online at https://one.network
Contact our community relations team with any questions or queries:
- Freephone: 0800 188 4481 (between 9am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday)
- Email: lymmreinforcement@spenenquiries.co.uk"