A later redesign of the scheme, by ScottishPower, for 284 MW, was withdrawn from the planning process in November 2008.

The application was withdrawn after the developers failed to reach an agreement with BAE Systems and the Ministry of Defence over concerns of an interference with their radar systems and a potential physical obstruction for low flying aircraft.

[6] There were concerns that the wind farm would interfere with BAE Systems test flying at Warton.

[9] A large population of common scoters (sea duck) was found near the site.

[6] However, the new site was in addition to BAE Systems and the Ministry of Defence also objected by the Blackpool International Airport and local fishermen.