INTERESTED members of the public will have the opportunity to peak into the history of the country’s first working hydro electric power station this month.

Free tours of the Mary Tavy Hydro Electric Power Station, which opened in 1932, will be taking place on Thursday, September 10, when visitors will be taken around the turbine hall to hear the story behind the historic operational plant and discover how it harnesses the forces of nature to generate green energy — enough to serve 1,700 houses.

Visitors are also invited to take a woodland walk around the nature reserve and enjoy a picnic.

Booking is essential and places on tours are limited to ten per tour. The 45-minute tours will take place between 9.30am and 3.30pm. The tours are not suitable for children under the age of 12.

To reserve a place, contact South West Water’s community team at pressoffice @southwestwater.co.uk