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Wind Farm Plans Slashed: 34 Turbines vs. Original 65
10 Feb
Summary
- Wind farm plan reduced from 65 to 34 turbines by developer.
- Campaigners warn of environmental damage to moors and birds.
- Formal application to the Planning Inspectorate due November 2026.
Plans for what would be England's largest onshore wind farm have been reduced for a second time. The developer, Calderdale Energy Park, initially proposed 65 turbines but has now scaled back its plans to 34.
This further reduction follows research and review of survey data, according to the firm. Campaigners, however, maintain that even the reduced scheme poses a severe environmental threat to the countryside, wildlife, and cultural heritage of Calderdale.
The wind farm is planned for Walshaw Moor near Hebden Bridge, an area designated as a Special Area of Conservation and Special Protection Area. Concerns have been raised about damage to peat bogs and the endangerment of ground-nesting birds.
