Hundreds Protest Distributed UK Wind Farm Plans Impacting Moorlands, Coasts

The annual celebration known as The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever draws crowds worldwide, including locations such as Australia, Germany, and the UK, where participants dress in flowing red dresses to recreate Kate Bush’s iconic 1978 dance inspired by Emily Brontë’s novel. In 2025, a notable event took place on the moorlands near Haworth, the real-life inspiration for Wuthering Heights, marking the first mass gathering at this location and serving as a protest against the proposed Calderdale Energy Park wind farm project, which plans to install 41 large turbines that opponents say threaten the moorland habitat and heritage. This event, supported by ecological groups and public figures, also raises funds for Bradford Women’s Aid, linking the themes of the novel to current social issues. In parallel, other protests continue against wind-related projects, such as a large demonstration on Saunton Sands beach against the White Cross offshore windfarm cable plan, emphasizing concerns about environmental impact and local community use. These protests highlight the growing tension between renewable energy development and the preservation of natural and cultural landscapes, with campaigners demanding more thorough environmental consideration and community engagement. The widespread cultural homage to Wuthering Heights through dance events underscores the intersection of art, heritage, and activism in local and global contexts.