About Us
Our Story
At Tincknell Solar, based in Wells, Somerset, we are dedicated to helping homes and businesses embrace clean, renewable energy. Our story began in 1925 when Robert Tincknell founded the company on Glastonbury Road, Wells, to serve the needs of the local farming community with general blacksmith and ironmongery products. In 1945, his son Frank Tincknell joined as a partner, and together they steadily grew the business, expanding into fuel, heating, and electrical services.
Over the decades, Tincknells has evolved while staying true to its family-run values. Today, under the leadership of Phillip Tincknell as Chairman and Diana and Robert Tincknell as Directors, the company continues to thrive, combining a century of expertise with modern innovation. Recognising the growing importance of sustainable energy, we launched Tincknell Solar to provide high-quality solar panel installations.
As a RECC (Renewable Energy Consumer Code) accredited company, we ensure that every solar installation meets the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and reliability. Whether you’re looking to lower your energy bills, reduce your carbon footprint, or invest in a sustainable future, our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Our Mission
At Tincknells, our mission is to provide high-quality, reliable services that power homes, businesses, and communities across Somerset and beyond. Founded in 1925, we have grown from a trusted blacksmith and ironmongery business into a multi-service company offering fuel, heating, electrical, and property services. As the world evolves, so do we, embracing innovation and expanding into renewables and sustainable energy to meet the needs of both our customers and the planet.
We are committed to delivering cleaner, more efficient energy solutions, including solar power and HVO renewable fuel, helping homes and businesses transition to a more sustainable future. Our goal is to balance progress with responsibility, reducing carbon footprints while maintaining the exceptional customer service and expertise that have defined us for nearly a century.
At our core, we remain a family-run business with deep local roots. Supporting the communities we serve is fundamental to who we are. We actively work with local organisations, particularly in the farming and rural sectors, providing sponsorship, funding, and hands-on support to initiatives that make a real difference. Whether it’s supplying fuel to agricultural businesses, helping local charities, or investing in projects that enhance the countryside, we are dedicated to giving back to the people and places that have supported us for generations.
Through quality, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability, Tincknells is proud to serve as a trusted partner, powering homes, businesses, and communities for today and the future.

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Contact us now to discuss all of your solar needs, from quotes to questions, we have the answers!