🏭 THE FACILITY
Breedon Hope Cement Works is the UK's largest cement plant, operating for over 90 years in the heart of the Peak District. This facility alone would be a major CO2 source, with the pipeline transporting captured emissions from cement production to the North Feeder AGI.
The cement plant sits in Hope Valley, surrounded by some of Derbyshire's most beautiful and sensitive landscapes, including areas of the Peak District National Park.
📍 AFFECTED COMMUNITIES
- Hope - Village surrounding the cement works
- Edale - Nearby valley community
- Castleton - Historic village (tourist destination)
- Chapel-en-le-Frith - North Feeder AGI location (south of village)
- Bamford - Area to the north
- Bradwell - Village near pipeline route
⚠️ KEY CONCERNS
- Peak District National Park: Pipeline passes through protected area
- Tourist Economy: Castleton and Hope Valley tourism impacts
- Agricultural Land: Farming communities affected by easements
- Visual Impact: Above-ground infrastructure in scenic valley
- Transport: Construction traffic on rural roads
📊 SECTION STATISTICS
🗣️ LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust - May have concerns about Peak District impacts
Peak District National Park Authority - Planning authority for NP area
CPRE Derbyshire - Campaign to Protect Rural England
Hope Valley Community - Local residents affected
📅 CONSULTATION STATUS
Phase 1: Complete (12 January - 27 February 2026)
Phase 2: Expected late 2026
Status: Route being refined based on feedback