FRENSHAM MILL
SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT
FROM HISTORIC CORN MILL TO HYDROELECTRIC HOME.
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  • Hydropower
    • Live Feed
    • Estimating power potential
    • Evaluation of alternatives
    • Process
    • Need for new channel
    • Control system
    • Time series
    • Economics of hydro
    • Highs and lows
  • Heat Pumps
    • How does a heat pump work?
    • Water source heat pump
    • Economics of heat pump
  • History
    • Historical origins
    • Victorian heyday
    • Remodelling in 1928
    • Extension & Renovation 2009/12
  • Environment
    • Fish pass
    • River bank restoration
    • Wildlife
    • Overall carbon 'payback'
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Bats

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A survey found evidence of Serotine & Brown Long Eared bats.  A light proofed area and improved access tiles have been installed in the main roof as part of requirements to enhance their habitat.

Badgers

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A survey found an established badger trail along the eastern boundary of the site ( that was left undisturbed by the works.)

Kingfisher

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This Kingfisher was too fast for the camera (leaving just the splash) - but has been spotted each year including 2012

Water vole

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Just as elusive has been the water vole.  Photographed 2 years ago with its distinctive short tail - keen to renew sightings...

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