H2East (Humber to Nottinghamshire) Pipeline: news for Lincolnshire landowners

Tue 10 Feb 2026

If you've had a letter about the H2East hydrogen pipeline, you're probably wondering what it means for your land and what happens next.

The Project in Brief

Cadent, the UK's largest gas distribution network, is planning a hydrogen pipeline running approximately 150 kilometres from the Humber to Nottinghamshire. It's the first phase of their wider H2East network, which will eventually connect industrial sites across the north, east and the midlands.

The pipeline is designed to help manufacturers switch from natural gas to low-carbon hydrogen. This is part of the broader push to decarbonise British industry whilst maintaining jobs and building on existing gas-handling expertise developed over decades.

The project will include some above-ground infrastructure as well as the buried pipeline itself. Cadent is currently in early planning stages and expects to consult on their proposals later this year.

What this might mean for your land

Pipeline projects typically involve temporary access during construction and then permanent easements affecting what you can do with certain parts of your land going forward. The specifics vary enormously depending on your circumstances, the type of farming you do, existing infrastructure, access routes and more.

Early engagement makes things smoother. Understanding the process, knowing what questions to ask and having clarity on your rights from the outset generally leads to better outcomes than trying to catch up later.

How Masons Rural can help protect your interests

The Masons Rural team has worked with landowners across Lincolnshire on numerous infrastructure projects over the years. We know how these schemes unfold, what the key pressure points are, and how to ensure our landowners' interests are properly considered throughout the process.

Whether you're trying to understand what's being proposed, concerned about how construction might affect your farming operations, or want to make sure any compensation reflects the actual impact on your land, we're here to provide advice based on over 175 years of professional and practical experience.

Getting in touch

If the H2East pipeline may affect your property, or if you'd simply like to understand more about what's being planned in your area, don’t hesitate to email Lucy Turner or Russell Jeanes who would be happy to have a conversation.

Our infrastructure clients find it’s useful to talk things through with a trusted professional who has seen these projects before and can give you a realistic picture of what to expect.