Crystal Rig

When Crystal Rig II Wind Farm commenced operation in October 2003 it was the largest onshore wind farm in Scotland with a rated output of 50MW consisting of 20 Nordex 2.5 MW N80 turbines. Various extensions have been completed over the years. The wind farm is based in the Lammermuir Hills and straddles the boundary between Berwickshire and East Lothian.

The Crystal Rig II Wind Farm which contributes funds to the Abbey St Bathans, Bonkyl and Preston Community Council (ABPCC), belongs to Fred Olsen Renewables. The funds are intended to enable people to do/organise something that benefits the local community/area and can include personal or organisational development.

Projects under £500 can be approved directly by ABPCC. Projects over £500 are considered by ABPCC, and if approved are sent on to the Crystal Rig panel for their approval.