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Benbrack Wind Farm

Operational67.1 MWChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 11 November 2025

Technology
Onshore wind
Capacity
67.1 MW
Status
Operational
Operator or applicant
E.ON Renewables / Red Rock Power Limited
Location
Near Carsphairn and Dalmellington, East Ayrshire, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Scottish Government (S36)
Planning application
EC00002082
Appeal reference
WIN-170-2002
First operating
2025
Turbines
15, 149.9 m to tip

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  • 20 November 2014 Planning application submitted
  • 19 November 2015 Appeal lodged
  • 15 September 2017 Planning permission granted
  • 15 September 2017 Appeal granted
  • 1 August 2022 Construction started
  • 1 October 2025 Operational

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