Ballard Down
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194, 5MW turbine array (Feb 2014 layout)
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This video shows the view from Ballard Down 194, 177m tall 5MW turbines. The assumptions are explained on the animation FAQ page
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122, 8MW turbine array (Feb 2014 layout)
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This is the same view with 122, 200m tall 8MW turbines instead.
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How Ballard Down would be affected
Ballard Down has amazing all-round views over Swanage, the Isle of WIght and the coastline to Poole Harbour. Being so high, it is quite possible to see well over 50km in clear conditions. Seen from the top of the ridge, the wind farm would sit between Swanage and the Isle of WIght, spanning 39 degrees of the horizon. At night, navigation lights on the turbines would be visible on what is currently a dark southern horizon.
The Cretaceous chalk cliffs of Ballard Down are in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and part of the World Heritage SIte. They attract thousands of walkers and sightseers every year..
The Cretaceous chalk cliffs of Ballard Down are in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and part of the World Heritage SIte. They attract thousands of walkers and sightseers every year..