A proposed large data centre project in Alverdiscott, near Great Torrington in Devon, is drawing opposition from some local residents. According to reports, the development—described as an AI-related campus—could occupy up to 850 acres of countryside. The plans also refer to a substantial battery-storage component, with up to 1,720 battery containers proposed as part of the site.
Local people are reported to be “up in arms,” expressing concerns about the scale of the development and its impact on the surrounding area. Coverage focuses on the size of the proposed site and the number of battery containers included in the plan.
The outlets provide limited detail on the developer’s full proposal, timelines, or the specific grounds for any objections beyond the perceived environmental and community effects linked to the project’s footprint. The reporting reflects that the issue is currently at the local discussion stage, with residents calling for attention to the potential effects of the plans on Devon countryside.
