TWO ‘community scale’ wind turbines could be built between Kingswood and Wickwar if plans are given the go ahead.

The proposals, for Cherry Rock Farm and Mounteney’s Farm, are a collaboration between landowner Winston Howes and private company The Resilience Centre, to create sustainable energy and put money into the community.

Although there has not been a strong reaction to the proposal for the two turbines, Paul Hemming, council representative for Kingswood, said that some residents of Hillesley were objecting to the project.

Mr Hemming said: "Overall there appear to be no strong feelings towards the wind turbines either way, however, a small minority are opposed to the project as it may be visible from their properties.

"I think that the public’s reaction will depend on whether the turbines are detrimental to the surrounding view."

He added: "I think that in the right location they are acceptable, however, I am not wholly convinced of their viability."

The plan is to build two wind turbines, 50 metres in height and one kilometre apart. The landscape assessment has deemed the site appropriate, claiming the wind turbines have low environmental impact, due to their design and location.

Sue Clarke, director of The Resilience Centre, a sustainable development company, said: "Although the turbines will be visible from some housing locations, surrounding hedgerows and trees will minimise close views from properties."

Mrs Clarke said that the company were interested in working with farmers and local people to benefit the community. The project, if passed, would have a Community Trust Fund, which would receive an annual donation based on yearly turnover.

Mrs Clarke added: "We are very keen on providing something with a social purpose, which will allow the local community to share in the benefits and profit that the wind turbines will provide."

An exhibition of the planning proposal will be presented to the public on Saturday, June 25, at Kingswood Village Hall between 10am and 4pm.