Name of wind farm:
The Ness Point Wind Turbine, Lowestoft, Suffolk
Operator:
SLP Energy
Date of opening:
Sunday 14th June 2009 11am - 4pm
Activities available:
Face painting, colouring competitions, refreshments. Representatives from the renewable industry will be there giving out energy saving ideas and information.
Book in advance?
No
Event contact:
Kerry Gauntt
01502 542048
01502 542048
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
see above site
map
map
Name of wind farm:
Swaffham 1
Operator:
EcoTech Centre Ltd
Date of opening:
15th 19th June 2009 10am 4pm
Activities available:
Climb to the top of the Ecotricity working wind turbine. This is the only wind turbine in the world that members of the public can climb. It has a purpose built viewing gallery, and there will be fully guided tours. Health and safety restrictions apply. Minimum age of seven years old, minimum height of 1.2m. The EcoTech Centre also has a cafe, shop, exhibition area and organically certified garden and welcomes visitors throughout the year.
Book in advance?
Yes
Booking contact:
Stuart Weaver 01760 726100
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Just off the A47 between Norwich and Kings Lynn
SCOTTISH RENEWABLES
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Dalry Community Windfarm
Operator:
Community Windfarm Windpower Ltd
Date of opening:
14th June 2009
Activities available:
Windfarm is open to the public for all to explore and discover. Educational Ranger will be available to answer questions about the windfarm
Book in advance?
No
Wind farm website:
Name of wind farm:
Beaufort Court
Operator:
RES
Date of opening:
20th June 2009 11am 3pm
Meeting Point:
Beaufort Court, Egg Farm Lane, Kings Langley WD4 8LR
Activities available:
On Saturday 20 June RES is offering tours of Beaufort Court. Visitors will get the chance to visit a world first in eco-friendly office design and see renewable energy generation in action, including the famous M25 wind turbine. They will also be able to see how the much-loved historical 1930s buildings have been transformed into a pioneering example of sustainable design.
Attractions on 20 June will include:
Guided tours along the 'Energy Trail' to learn about clean, green energy.
Visit the wind turbine and find out how it works.
Discover the history of the Egg Farm and the Ovaltine connection.
Please note there is no parking on site. Please use public transport where possible.
Beaufort Court and the Energy Trail tour route are fully accessible for wheelchairs and those who prefer not to use steps. Disabled access toilet facilities are available.
Admission is free we will be raising money for our designated local and national charities through voluntary donations on the day.
Attractions on 20 June will include:
Guided tours along the 'Energy Trail' to learn about clean, green energy.
Visit the wind turbine and find out how it works.
Discover the history of the Egg Farm and the Ovaltine connection.
Please note there is no parking on site. Please use public transport where possible.
Beaufort Court and the Energy Trail tour route are fully accessible for wheelchairs and those who prefer not to use steps. Disabled access toilet facilities are available.
Admission is free we will be raising money for our designated local and national charities through voluntary donations on the day.
Book in advance?
Yes
Booking contact:
Rachel Anderson
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Map and directions are available on our website.
Name of wind farm:
Pickenham Wind Farm
Operator:
Enertrag UK Ltd
Date of opening:
19th & 20th June 19th by appointment. 20th 10am 4pm
Activities available:
Tours of the wind farm will take place on the half hour. Information will also be available on our other wind farms.
Book in advance?
Yes for Friday 19th June No for Saturday 20th June
Booking contact:
Call Jeni or Claire on 01379 642564 or email jarnold@enertraguk.com
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
North Pickenham village is sign-posted from the A47. For more detailed directions, please contact us or visit the website.
Additional information:
Parish Councils and Opposition groups are invited to attend on the Friday in order that we can tailor their tour to any specific issues raised
Name of wind farm:
GreenPark
Operator:
Ecotricity
Date of opening:
Saturday 20th June 10am 3pm
Activities available:
Building whirlymills with the children, turbine tours, education and Q&A sessions.'
Book in advance?
No
Booking contact:
Ian Gough
greeneducation@hotmail.co.uk
greeneducation@hotmail.co.uk
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Additional comments
Seating capacity of visitors centre - max 160 individuals, outdoor amphitheatre arrangement so outdoor clothing according to seasons.
Name of wind farm:
Castle Pill Wind Farm
Operator:
Infinergy
Date and Meeting Points of Public Exhibitions:
17/6 2 8 pm Technium Pembrokeshire, Pembroke Dock, Wales
Activities available:
Anyone is welcome to drop in to the Technium where we will have the wind farm bus trip reception. From there, regular buses will be running to the site, where our construction managers will be on hand to show visitors around.
Book in advance?
No
Contact:
Marlies Koutstaal enquiries@infinergy.co.uk
Directions to site:
Technium Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park
Pembroke Dock
Pembrokeshire
SA72 6UN
Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park
Pembroke Dock
Pembrokeshire
SA72 6UN
Name of wind farm:
Scroby Sands
Operator:
E.ON Climate & Renewables
Date of opening:
Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st June 10am 4pm
Activities available:
Visitors centre audio-visual displays and interactive machines, free face painting
Book in advance?
No
Contact:
Lin Harris
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
see website
Name of wind farm:
Nant Y Moch Wind Farm
Operator:
Airtricity
Date and Meeting Points of Public Exhibitions:
16/6 5pm8pm Ponterwyd School Hall
17/6 11am-2pm - The Plas, Machynlleth
17/6 5pm8pm The Iron Room, Furnace
18/6 2pm8pm Penrhyncoch Village Hall
19/6 2pm 8pm Tal y Bont Memorial Hall
17/6 11am-2pm - The Plas, Machynlleth
17/6 5pm8pm The Iron Room, Furnace
18/6 2pm8pm Penrhyncoch Village Hall
19/6 2pm 8pm Tal y Bont Memorial Hall
Activities available:
Introductory Public Exhibitions are being held for the Nant Y Moch Wind Farm Project. The development site is in an area of land identified by the Welsh Assembly Government as one of the seven strategic search areas suitable for the delivery of large scale wind energy generation. This project, in Strategic Search Area D (SSA D) and will support the UK's climate change agenda, contribute to Wales' renewable energy supply targets for 2010 and 2020 and ensure the future security of our electricity supply.
Book in advance?
No
Contact
Eluned Lewis Eluned.lewis@airtricity.com
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
North of Aberystwyth
Name of wind farm:
Roskrow Barton, Penry, Cornwall
Operator:
Cornwall Light and Power
Date of opening:
20th June 2009 10.30am 4:30pm
Activities available:
Turbine tours, face-painting, balloon modelling, laboratory tours/experiments at the Tremough Campus, meet the animals and see the workings of an organic farm at the neighbouring Boswin Organic Farm, organic BBQ, exhibitors and stalls.
Book in advance?
No
Contact
Carey Green
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
see above website
Additional comments
Entrance and activities are free. Charge is applicable for the organic BBQ and refreshments, all proceeds to Falmouth Hospital League of Friends.
Name of wind farm:
Lissett Wind Farm
Metting point:
Rickaby Hall, Main Street, Ulrome, YO25
Operator:
Novera Energy plc
Date of opening:
Saturday 20th June 11am 4pm
Activities available:
Information boards at Rickaby Hall, Lissett. Developers on hand to answer questions. Picnic boxes provided and shuttle bus between the Hall and the Wind Farm
Book in advance?
No
Contact
Sarita Bansal
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Off A165 onto B1242 towards Ulrome and bear left onto Main Street. Parkig space available outside Rickaby Hall. OS Grid ref: TA1656
Name of wind farm:
Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT)
Meeting point
Centre for Alternative Technology Visitors centre, Machynlleth, SY20 9AZ
Date of opening:
15th 19th June 2009 10am 5:30pm
Activities available:
A special guided tour of wind power exhibits on the CAT visitor centre, and an exhibition of wind-power related books and information materials in the CAT Information Centre Book. Tours are 14:00-14:30.
Book in advance:
The CAT Visitor Centre is open 7 days a week, advance booking is not necessary.
Contact
Tobi Kellner 01654-705989
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Information on visiting CAT can be found here
Name of wind farm:
Kilbraur Wind Farm (open to Schools only)
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Kaimes Cottage, Braco
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Ullapool
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Burradale Wind Farm, Shetland
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Forss Wind Farm, Thurso
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Millennium Wind Farm (open to Schools only)
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Ore Valley Housing Association, Fife
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Midsummer Festival
Meeting point:
Walkem Hall, Nr. Stevenage, SG2 7JA
Date of opening:
20th June 2009 10am 8pm
Activities available:
The Midsummer Festival will include a stall promoting the benefits of wind power.
Book in advance:
The event is free to attend. Parking is £3
Wind farm website:
Directions to site:
Visit website for directions
Name of wind farm:
Glasgow School of Art
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Findham Ecovillage
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Eastgate Inverness
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Gartocharn Community Renewable Energy Group
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Glasgow Science Centre
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
Name of wind farm:
Renewable Caithness
More information:
For more information about Wind Week celebrations in Scotland and details of individual wind farm activities, see the Scottish Renewables Festival site: renewablesfestival.com
