Cheap Gas and Electricity in Skipton

Skipton is a Town in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, England.

Electricity in Skipton

When the electricity industry was privatised in 1997 the UK was divided into 14 Public Electricity Suppliers (PES for short). While you can now choose from many different electricity suppliers the PES areas that you are located in will have a significant effect on the cost of your electricity. Standing charges and unit rates differ between PES areas.

Skipton is in the Yorkshire Electricity network PES area which covers the Yorkshire area of the UK.

Yorkshire Electricity is owned by Northern Powergrid who are the company responsible for maintaining the physical electricity network in Skipton and the surrounding area.

Gas in Skipton

Skipton is not connected to the UK gas distribution network so mains gas is not available in this area.

Green Energy in Skipton

Consumers are increasingly looking for green energy, also known as renewable energy, as a more environmentally friendly option for powering their homes. Several suppliers that specialise in wind energy, solar energy and hydroelectric energy are available in all parts of the UK and that includes Skipton. Just use our handy checker at the top of this page and choose “Green Plans” to see renewable energy suppliers in this area.

What to do in an emergency

If you have an electrical emergency in Skipton call Northern Powergrid on 0800 375 675