Walney Wind Farm, Offshore wind farm in Cumbria, United Kingdom.
Walney Wind Farm is an offshore wind installation in the Irish Sea near Cumbria's coast. The facility spreads across a vast marine area with numerous turbines generating electricity from ocean winds.
Development began in 2010, marking a turning point in how Britain generates power from renewable sources. Subsequent expansions followed, establishing this facility as a pioneering offshore wind operation.
The wind farm represents a shift in British energy production methods, demonstrating the advancement of maritime engineering and renewable power technology.
The best views are available from Walney Island's western coast, where display panels explain how the installation operates. Clear weather conditions make observation easier, so plan your visit accordingly.
The turbines operate at water depths between 19 and 23 meters, with different rotor sizes adapted to local conditions. This variety in equipment shows how engineers designed the installation to work with the sea floor's particular features.
Inception: January 4, 2010
GPS coordinates: 54.04400,-3.52200
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01
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