Fears over impact of wind farm lights on Dark Sky Park

Fears over impact of wind farm lights on Dark Sky Park

Campaigners are concerned that the UK’s first Dark Sky Park could see its status at risk if a proposed energy development is approved. The Galloway site was first recognised in 2009 as one of the best places to view the night sky with the naked eye. The proposed Lairdmannoch Energy Park sits outside the park’s boundary and buffer zone but planning documents show wind turbines and safety aviation lights would be visible from the area. The new sit…