Tag Archives: Solar Farms

Held to Ransom: Solar Farms – green or greed?

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Miles King

Rampisham Down Transmitter Station from Hot Air Balloon Despite the sun shining upon us for much of the late Spring and Summer, the Solar industry has not had such a happy time of it. Eric Pickles has decided he doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Solar Farms and Grasslands: A cautionary Tale.

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Miles King

Rampisham Down Masts Anyone who has lived in West Dorset for more than five years will immediately recognise the extraordinary landmark that was the Rampisham Down Transmitting Station. A large array of very tall Masts on one of the most … Continue reading →

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