Walney Wind Farm, Offshore wind farm in Cumbria, United Kingdom.
Located 14 kilometers from Walney Island in the Irish Sea, this wind farm contains 102 turbines positioned across 145 square kilometers of marine space.
Construction of the first phase commenced in January 2010, establishing 51 turbines that generated power for over 320,000 households in the United Kingdom.
The wind farm represents a shift in British energy production methods, demonstrating the advancement of maritime engineering and renewable power technology.
Visitors can observe the turbines from designated viewpoints along Walney Island's western coast, with informational displays explaining the power generation process.
The facility operates at water depths between 19 to 23 meters, utilizing different turbine models with rotor diameters ranging from 107 to 164 meters.
Inception: January 4, 2010
GPS coordinates: 54.04400,-3.52200
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:41
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