Kendal Listed Building Solar Installation
The Kendal listed building solar case study covers heritage-sensitive planning, roof access, solar panel layout, inverter selection and installation context.
The Challenge: Ye Olde Fleece Inn Solar Installation
We're proud to announce the successful completion of our latest installation at Ye Olde Fleece Inn in Kendal—now generating and saving thousands of pounds a year for this historic establishment.
This project came with real challenges. The building is listed, with five separate slate roof sections, and had already seen proposals from other companies rejected by the council. Our design team worked hand-in-hand with structural engineers to create a system that met heritage requirements while maximizing energy output.
We factored in shading, roof layout, and cable runs to develop a smart, efficient solution that was finally approved by the council.
Project Highlights
- Ye Olde Fleece Inn - Listed building with 5 separate slate roof sections
- Council approval after previous rejections
- 76 x JA 440W all black panels (33.4kWp)
- Solis 30kW 3-phase hybrid inverter
- Completed in 2 days with zero business disruption
Expert Planning & Heritage Compliance
Working with structural engineers to create a council-approved design that respects the building's heritage status while delivering optimal energy performance
Roof Measurement & Layout Design
Detailed measurements across all five slate roof sections, showing panel distribution: Area A (24 panels), Area B (8 panels), Area C (6 panels), and Area D (14 panels), totaling 76 premium JA Solar panels
Multi-Roof Section Planning
Aerial overview demonstrating the complexity of installing across five separate roof sections while maintaining the building's heritage aesthetics
Heritage-Compliant Mounting System
Specialist mounting rails designed for slate roofs, ensuring secure installation while preserving the integrity of the listed building's original roofing materials
Professional Installation Excellence
Four specialist teams deployed for a seamless 2-day installation with zero disruption to business operations
Enhanced Safety
Additional safety features installed for 3-phase electrical system across multiple roof sections requiring extensive scaffolding
Rapid Deployment
Understanding the client's need to stay fully operational, we deployed four specialist teams to complete installation in just 2 days
Zero Disruption
Professional scaffolding erected and removed quickly, with all work completed without any interruption to the busy restaurant environment
The installation at Ye Olde Fleece Inn presented unique challenges: the historic building required extensive scaffolding across multiple roof levels, all three stories or higher. Working in a busy inn and restaurant environment demanded meticulous planning and coordination. Our teams worked efficiently to get scaffolding up and down quickly, while installing extra safety features required for the 3-phase electrical system.
Finished Commercial Solar Installation
Premium all-black JA Solar panels perfectly integrated with the listed building's slate roofs, approved by heritage authorities
Premium All-Black Panels on Heritage Slate
JA Solar 440W all-black panels seamlessly integrated with the building's original slate roofing, meeting strict heritage requirements
Multi-Section Roof Installation Complete
All 76 panels expertly installed across five separate roof sections, optimized for maximum energy generation
Expert Installation on Listed Building
Specialist teams working across multiple heritage roof sections with professional scaffolding and safety systems
Professional Scaffolding Installation
Extensive scaffolding system for safe access to all roof sections, erected and removed efficiently with minimal disruption
Solis 30kW 3-Phase Hybrid Inverter
Professional-grade Solis inverter system with enhanced safety features for 3-phase commercial electricity supply
Installation Features
Council-approved design for listed building
Specialist fixings for heritage slate roofs
Enhanced safety features for commercial power