Torrs Hydro is a testament to the power of local initiative. It's a community-owned hydroelectric scheme that harnesses the River Goyt's energy to generate electricity.
An interesting fact is that it revitalises the historic use of the river for power, mirroring the site's industrial past but with a sustainable, modern approach.
The site itself is located within the beautiful Torrs Riverside Park, so you can combine your visit with a scenic walk.
It is worth trying to view the Archimedes screw (Archie) in operation, to fully appreciate how it works.
It reached generating 2,000,000 kWh of energy back in Nov 24.
Checking the Torrs Hydro community website before visiting can be a good idea, as they sometimes have open days and events.

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Location: New Mills, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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