VIDA bioenergy advances Wormslade biomethane AD site
- Civil works are substantially complete and gas domes have been installed at Wormslade.
- The site is expected to produce biomethane sufficient to heat approximately 5,000 homes per year.
- Gas processing is planned to start in Q2 2026, with a production-ready AD plant targeted for Q3 2026.
- The facility is designed to process straw and uses partially below-ground digesters with high bund walls to integrate into the landscape.
Project progress
Since breaking ground in February 2025, civil works at Wormslade are substantially complete and gas domes have been installed, advancing the site toward operation as a new anaerobic digestion facility supporting the UK’s renewable gas capacity.
Design and feedstock
The plant uses a tailored design with digester tanks partially located below ground and high bund walls to help the site integrate into the surrounding landscape. Technologically it addresses the challenge of processing straw, converting this agricultural residue into renewable energy and organic fertiliser.
Schedule and output
Wormslade is expected to produce biomethane equivalent to heating approximately 5,000 homes per year. Gas processing systems are planned to commence in Q2 2026, followed by performance tests and a production-ready AD plant in Q3 2026.
Community engagement and context
VIDA held a Public Information Event in Great Oxendon and continues regular local communications via leaflets, council notifications and the project website. The project supports UK decarbonisation goals and the extension of the Green Gas Support Scheme.
Source: VIDA bioenergy