DETAILS of plans for what could be one of the world’s largest offshore wind farms will be revealed at a series of consultation events.

Forewind, a development partner for the Dogger Bank offshore wind farm zone, has organised three events in the east Cleveland area to show residents how the project will be connected to the mainland.

The company has signed an agreement with the National Grid for two grid connections for the four wind farm sites, about 80 miles east of the mouth of the Tees, making it the nearest river to the development.

Subject to the results of technical studies, indications are that both connections could potentially be located at an existing National Grid substation site in Lackenby, near Redcar.

A company spokesman said: “We would encourage everybody to come along and inspect the plans during the three consultation events.

“They are the first in relation to Dogger Bank Teesside and will be held at locations near the proposed landfall locations and onshore cable routes. They are part of a wider consultation process we will undertake with all stakeholders including statutory bodies, landowners and local authorities.”

Redcar MP Ian Swales has had a meeting with the company to discuss the proposals before they go on public display.

He said: “I was pleased with the assurances Forewind gave me about their respect for the local area and for residents.

“They are obviously thinking carefully about the location of where they bring the cable ashore and where they build the substations.

“I confirmed that rumours regarding the Headlands in Marske are completely false.

The possible locations are not in built-up areas.

“I will continue to monitor this project and speak to the company in order to ensure that nobody is adversely affected by this exciting development.

I hope residents will also take part in the forthcoming consultation process.”

The first consultation event takes place at Kirkleatham Museum, near Redcar, on Thursday, from 2pm to 8pm.

On Friday, it moves to Redcar central library, Kirkleatham Street, from 11am to 5pm, with the final session taking place at Lazenby Village Hall, High Street, between 11am and 5pm on Saturday.