Galloper Wind Farm Project - National Infrastructure Planning

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interest within the view. Beyond the seafront, the middle and far distance of
the view comprise a continuous, uninterrupted expanse of the North Sea. In
the southeast sector of the seaward view, when visibility is good, there are
distant views of the WTGs of the GGOWF, which are seen spanning
approximately 26.5° of the horizon line. These WTGs, when visibility allows,
form a focal point on the seaward horizon line to the southeast. At other
times, the high level of marine traffic in the area often lends an element of
visual interest and provides a series of mobile foci across the seaward view.
In views along the coast to the south, the southern extents of Aldeburgh
seafront can be seen. When visibility is good, there are also distant views
available northwards along the coast towards the headland of Thorpeness,
with the water tower, church tower and Sizewell power station all forming
notable features on the northern horizon line.
5.8.11. The London Array wind farms are located over 46.5km south of this
viewpoint. Given their distance from the viewpoint, however, it is unlikely
they will be visible in southwards views along the coast, even on the
occasions when meteorological conditions for visibility are excellent. To the
rear of the viewpoint, a range of hotels, tourist facilities, restaurants and
residential buildings line the seafront, limiting wider views to the west.
Existing Sensitivity of View
5.8.12. Seafront properties and public amenities in the immediate vicinity of the
viewpoint are well maintained and in good condition. There is also a diverse
range of distant focal points on the headland in views along the coast to the
north. When visible, however, the WTGs of the GGOWF can be seen in
distant seaward views.
5.8.13. Receptors would predominantly be residents and tourists. The sensitivity of
the receptor is High.
5.8.14. The magnitude of effect on receptors represented by this viewpoint is also to
be considered as part of the cumulative assessment. See Section 8.6.
Viewpoint 4 - North of Alderton
Grid reference 634464, 242117
Distance and Direction from GWF 39.1km to the west
Distance and Direction from
GGOWF
32.5km to the west
Receptor Residents/Road Users