Hydroelectric water turbine, Biddulph Grange Park

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Date:2004

Description:A cast iron pipe runs from the fish pond and the weight of the falling water turns the turbine blades, which in turn drive the generator. The electricity generated powers the lighting of the National Trust visitor centre at Biddulph Grange. Any excess energy is fed into the national grid.

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Image courtesy of: Dr Anne Andrews

Donor ref:Biddulph Grange Country Park Water Turbine 2004.JP (183/23223)

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