Windfarm visitor centre in Mayo set to open this summer
Alongside the windfarm, the grounds provide a five-kilometre walk with picnic benches along Lough Nafaran.
A windfarm visitor centre has announced it will open to the public this summer in Mayo.
Oweninny Windfarm Visitor Centre, located in Bellacorick, north Mayo, will be open Thursday to Sunday, from 10am to 4pm between June and the end of September, with free entry for all visitors.
The windfarm delivers 192MW of renewable energy on an annual basis, which is enough to power approximately 140,000 homes.
Orla’s Café will also operate at the centre during opening hours.
Alongside the windfarm, the grounds provide a five-kilometre walk with picnic benches along Lough Nafaran.
Several additional events aimed at families and young learners are also set to take place at the centre throughout the summer, with further details to be announced in the coming weeks.
Kathy Rowland, Manager of Oweninny Windfarm Visitor Centre, expressed her delight at the opening of the windfarm.
“This is something we have been working towards since the centre was built. While we have been lucky enough to host groups and invited guests for specific events, the idea was always that this centre would become a resource to the public for locals and tourists,” she said.
She further stated that she hopes the centre will welcome visitors from near and far.
“We welcome visitors of all ages, young and old, and entry is free of charge. So please feel free to pop in and explore. We hope to welcome plenty of visitors from near and far over the course of the summer months,” she added.