Energy Savers at HomeSaturday 13th and Sunday 14th Sept. 2014

10am to 4pmTransition Tavistock welcomes you to ‘Energy Savers atHome’: an opportunity to find out how other localhomeowners are conserving energy or generating it from arenewable source.

This booklet provides details on each home, what energyfeatures can be seen, a map to find the house, and when theywill be open to view.

Mini-bus tours are also available morning and afternoon. Further details are inside, please contact us to book a place.

Small Print:● no admission charges and all visits are made at your own risk● ask any questions, that is the main purpose of the event● no specific facilities for the disabled

Transition Tavistock

Eco-FairSaturday 20th September 2014

10am to 4pm at Tavistock CollegeDetails inside

www.transitiontavistock.org.uk info@transitiontavistock.org.uk

Overview Map of Open Homes1. The Pannier Market,

Tavistock2. 29 West Street,

Tavistock3. Tiddybrook House,

Tavistock4. New Generation

Energy, Tavistock5. Dartmoor Holidays,

Old Sowtontown6. Youlditch Farm

House, Peter Tavy7. Bush Park, Brentor8. Wonnacott Farm,

Lewdown9. Woodovis Park,

Chipshop10. Hunters Oak, Bere

Alston11. The Counthouse,

Weir Quay12. Rumour, Collytown13. Lechmere, Yelverton14. Clanage, Crapstone15. Sunny Waters,

Crapstone16. Keeper's Cottage,

Tamerton Foliot17. 12 Woolwell Drive,

Roborough

‘Energy Savers at Home’ is organised by Transition Tavistock andsupported by The Energy Saving Trust

*In case of bad weather please wait under the archway by Tavistock MuseumA small voluntary contribution will be requested for bus tours to cover fuel costs

Bus and Walking Tours ScheduleA number of tours areavailable on both Saturdayand Sunday 13th and 14thJanuary.

Viewing homes as a group isalways popular , enablingparticipants to discuss andlearn from each other alongthe way.

All tours will leave fromBedford Square* inTavistock.

To join a tour please book aplace:● On the tours page at

www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

● By emailinginfo@transitiontavistock.org.uk

● or calling Kate Royston on07969-569-444)

You can also call on the dayand see if places areavailable.

● Check the schedule of Opening Times for availability.● You can travel under your own steam or join a tour (see tour schedule).● More detailed information is available for each home on

www.transitiontavistock.org.uk.

Tavistock and Area Open Homes Energy Saving Features

A selection of seventeen homes are open to visit from across the area,offering a variety of energy saving features.

Schedule of Opening Times

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Pannier Market go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Public Transport:Short walk alongPlymouth Road from busstation

Parking:On street or in nearbycar parks

LED lighting, recycling,energy management

Open: Sat. only 10:00 to 16:00Phone: 01822 611003Bus Tour: Walking tour

Details:● Major investment in energy efficient LED lighting

� Reduced cost of operation� Improved quality of light and ambience

● Careful recycling practices reducing costs and waste to landfill● Energy management with frequent monitoring

Home No 1

Pannier MarketTavistock, PL19 0ALWayne Southall

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Earland’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Older property renovation, double glazing, dampmanagement, underfloor heating, insulation, CfL lightingOpen: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 617956Bus Tour: Walking TourDetails:● Long term (whilst in residence) renovation of a five floor (plus attic) older

stone built town house on steeply sloping site● Work being undertaken by owner with professional help for specialist

areas e.g. lime plastering● Installation of double glazed hardwood sash windows, damp proof

membrane and insulation to ground floor, special damp proof membranein cellar wall.

● Installation of underfloor heating in several locations● Replacement of oak lintels and several suspended timber floors● Replacement of old wiring and plumbing● Conversion of a damp cellar into a ‘country kitchen’Directions: From Tavistock town centre (Bedford Square) take West Streetpast Lloyd’s Bank and go to the top of the hill. No 29 is on left next to video shop.

Public Transport: Tavistockbus station (Plymouth Road) lessthan 200m from property. Walkthrough small car park to carentrance, turn right and walk upfootpath next to the MethodistChurch. Turn left at top of path ontoWest StreetParking: On street parking (1 hr.)on West Street and small public carpark next to the bus station

Home No 2

29 West StreetTavistock, PL19 8JYSimon Earland

Under-floor

Heating

For more detailed information on energy saving at Tiddybrook House go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Ground source heat pump(river based), insulation, heatmanagement, new build plus restoration

Open: Sat only 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 617956Bus Tour: Walking Tour

Details:● New build highly insulated – floor, walls, double glazing etc.● Old building restoration● 11kw ground source heat pump using river water with riparian rights● Ventilation utilising rooflight convection● Computer controlled heating management system● Large glazed areas for solar gain and natural daylighting

Directions: In Brook Lane opposite the trading estate, before the bridgeover the Tiddybrook

Public Transport: Ashort walk from busstops on Plymouth Road

Parking: On road ornearby

Home No 3

Tiddybrook HouseBrook Lane, Tavistock, PL19 9DPJeremy Davies

As a responsible company,New Generation Energyare committed to helpingcustomers achieve theirrenewable energyambitions and strive toprovide the best possiblesolutions to suit theirindividual needs.

For more detailed information on energy saving at New Generation Energy go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Solar PV & Solar Thermal; Heat pumps;Wood pellet boiler; Info on wind; Technical adviceOpen: Sat only 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 833729Bus Tour: noDetails: Photovoltaic and solar thermal panels, inverters and heat pumpsto view up close. Hopefully our new pellet burner will be up and running.Power point presentation on wind turbines.- We are happy to offer impartial advice on all these systems.Microgeneration Scheme Registered installersAdvise on, supply, and install a range of renewable energy products.Brochures and information on energy conservation

Directions: By foot from Tavistock bus station take pedestrian crossingacross Plymouth Rd. Walk through the car park and Meadowlands to thegreen bridge that crosses the river through to Pixon lane. Take thepedestrian crossing and continue straight across into Crelake Ind. Estate,past Jewson and turn right past Dart print. We are at the far end.Plenty of parking

Home No 4

New Generation EnergyUnit 24, Crelake Industrial Estate,Pixon Lane, Tavistock, PL19 9AZAndy & Sonja Metcalf

For more detailed information on energy saving at The Boswell’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Directions: Take Peter Tavyturning off A386, cross river bridgeand immediately fork right upBatteridge Hill. At top of hill takeleft turn to Sowtontown. Followthe lane to junction where we areon the right in a collection of oldstone farm buildings.

Public Transport: Bus stop atPeter Tavy Cross

Parking: Drive in to yard. Park onlarge concrete apron

Solar thermal & PV, Wood boiler,Internal wall insulation, Methane collectionOpen: Sat 10:00 to 16:00; Phone: 01822 810687

Sun: 10:00 to 14:00Bus Tour: Yes

Details:● 25kw Vigas log boiler + heat store servicing several buildings● Technical advice available – installed boiler ourselves● Some local sourcing of wood● Experimental methane collection from septic tank & other● Barn conversion using hemp/lime, Tri-iso and pavatex insulation● Solar thermal installation with 12 years of experience● Roof based solar PV installation

Home 5

Dartmoor HolidaysOld Sowtontown, Peter Tavy, PL19 9JRChris Boswell

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Smith’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

junction. Continue up thewinding hill and take the firstright turn (no through road sign).Carry on up this winding steephill lane to Youlditch Farm (gateon right with cattle grid anddrive way).Public Transport: Bus stop atPeter Tavy Cross but a long walkuphill from busParking: Plenty

Solar thermal; air source heat pump; insulation methods;damp resolution; advice on listed property renovation!Open: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 810154Bus Tour: yesDetails:● Classical Devon long house with profound damp problems now resolved

and including: - Extensive insulation and draught proofing- Under-floor heating- Heating controls- Solar thermal panels- Modern boiler

● New build studio with high level of insulation with air source heat pumpDirections: Turn off A386 at the sign to Peter Tavy. Pass Caravan Parkon the right, over bridge and bear left up the hill. Where the road turnsleft towards Peter Tavy village, turn right up the lane. From here the lanesare all narrow with passing places. Take the first left turn and left turn at

Home No 6

Youlditch Farm HousePeter Tavy, PL19 9JRPeter and Angie Smith

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Hepworth’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Directions: Take Bank Roadout of Tavistock. Drive forapprox. 6 miles andBush Park is on the left justafter the double bend sign &before reaching Lydford Gorge.Public Transport: Bus 118stops outside (request stop)Parking: At the property

Solar PV & solar thermal; insulation; modern boiler;rain water harvesting; wood burning stove and woodmanagement; alpacas; experimental windOpen: Sat only 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 820345Bus Tour: yes

Details:● Insulation (Loft and wall)● Solar PV (With remote monitoring by user and manufacturer),● Solar Thermal (with super-capacitor energy storage)● Wood Burners (incl. clean burning Victorian style using primary and

secondary air),● Rain Water Harvesting,● Small Scale Charcoal Making for fuel/soil improvement (burn planned if

weather suitable)● Experimental Wind Turbines, stove designs,● Smallholding with rescued sheep, goats and alpacas and numerous

chickens

Home No 7

Bush ParkBrentor / Lydford, PL19 0NEAdrian and Sue Hepworth

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Yells’ go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

PublicTransport:No sorry!

Parking:At the farm

Solar thermal, Log boiler linked to two properties, Listedbuilding, Organic farmOpen: By appointment (call evening before) Phone: 01837 871238Bus Tour: yesDetails:● Two solar thermal roof based installations on listed farmhouse● Advice available on gaining listed building consent● Outside log boiler (HDG Euro) installed providing hot water to two

properties● Working organic farm (http://www.wonnacottfarm.co.uk)Directions: From Tavistock follow all signs to Chillaton. Drive throughChillaton following signs for Lewdown. At Lewdown turn right towardsOkehampton. After a quarter of a mile, turn left at the crossroads, signposted to Bratton Clovelly. Take the second road to the left at Tubbs crossfollowing signs to Germansweek. Go down over the hill. Over a small twistybridge. Under the dual carriageway. As the road forks, take the right handfork, sign posted to Germansweek. Pass two cottages, one either side of theroad. Wonnacott Farm is next on the right hand side as you come up the hill.

Home No 8

Wonnacott FarmLewdown, EX20 4QU, OkehamptonRosie and Paul Yells

For more detailed information on energy saving at Woodovis Park go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Directions: From TavistockA390 to Gulworthyroundabout, right onto B3362towards Chipshop, about 1mile Woodovis is signed onleftPublic Transport: Nearestbus at Gulworthy roundabout,1.5milesParking: On site

PV, Solar Thermal, borehole water, low energy lighting,and many site environment friendly (Green) practicesOpen: Sun only 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 832968

note: staff must prioritise customers

Bus Tour: yesDetails:● Woodovis Park is a small 5 star holiday park (www.woodovis.com)● Photo Voltaic (PV) panels for site electricity● Solar Thermal panels to heat swimming pool water● Green energy ambassadors showing guests live energy measures on a

graphic board● Own borehole meet’s half the sites water● SW Water waste efficiency scheme members● All external lights on sensors, LED in public areas, low energy fittings

elsewhere● Green practices include; effective maintenance of all systems, minimizing

waste, chemicals and pollutants, bulk buying without packaging, supportinglocal businesses and charities

● Green Tourism Gold Star Award holders

Home No 9

Woodovis ParkChipshop, Gulworthy, PL19 8NYJohn & Dorothy Lewis

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Reed’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Public Transport:Bus to Bere Alston alightat granite Mile post atTrendle Lane.Parking: off road up to4 cars

Solar PV, wood pellet boiler, sun-room passive heating,organic fruit and vegetablesOpen: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 840002Bus Tour: yesDetails:● 1980s bungalow, on 0.55ha with sheds, raised herb & vegetable beds,

poly-tunnel, flower borders, orchard, chickens● 18kW wood pellet boiler● 4.0kW solar PV array ground mounted on rocker to maximize energy

capture● monitor electricity use to minimize though switching off etc● SW facing sun room for passive heating to living rooms● wide range of fresh, organic fruit and veg. from the gardenDirections: From Tavistock, A390 west, left at Gulworthy and southtowards Bere Alston on the B3257 – short cut is left at a graniteMile post on the near-side verge – the road entrance has a Accessonly sign. If you overshoot, go to top of hill and take a very sharpleft turn back downhill [very narrow] and find Hunter's Oak on firstleft turn lane

Home No 10

Hunters OakTrendle Lane, Bere Alston, PL20 7HT

Graham and Pat Anne Reed

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Moss’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

The Tamar is a further 100mdown the road.Public Transport:A 20 minute walk from BereAlston village which has busand train services.Parking: Use the top car parkor the road lower down

Grade II listed building, roof and wall insulation,underfloor heating, LPG boiler with heat recovery, woodstoveOpen: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 841393Bus Tour: yesDetails:● Gradual restoration of the Smelting Works (Grade II listed), starting with

the domestic accommodation● Lessons learnt on the first building (The Counthouse) are now being

applied on the second (The Jam Factory) particularly with respect tounderfloor heating.

● Full thermal roof and wall insulation● Underfloor heating system with zoning● Boiler flue heat recovery● Efficient lighting and appliancesDirections: On approach to Bere Alston turn left at 30 mph signs,signposted to Weir Quay. Follow Weir Quay signs. The Works is on theRHS just past the red phone box.

Home No 11

The CounthouseTamar Union Smelting WorksWeir Quay, Devon PL20 7BT

Geoff & Patricia Moss

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Silcock’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

PublicTransport:A long walk fromBere Alston

Parking:At the house

Solar PV, solar thermal, insulation, solar capture,innovative heat pump and heat store, wood stove, fullhouse heat recovery, etcOpen: Sun only 14:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 841005Bus Tour: yesDetails:● New build part underground eco-home● Insulation includes concrete forms (ICF) for walls, floor and roof● Solar PV panels (3.84KW) & vacuum solar thermal● South facing conservatory for solar capture into heat store● Innovative heat pump development with mass heat storage in stone

and water● Many other energy saving and efficiency features● Occupied since mid March - heating and hot water costs only 45pDirections:From Bere Alston road fork left to Bere Ferrers. Next left to Collytown. 1 ½miles on the left. Not down the steep hill

Home No 12

RumourCollytown, Bere Alston, PL20 7EDPete & Helen Silcock

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Cheadle’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Public Transport:Bus Nos. 83, 84, 86 stop onA386 at golf course turn off

Parking:At the house

Solar PV, wood burner, solar thermal,insulation, low energy lighting

Open: Sun only 10:00 - 16:00 Phone: 01822 854710Bus Tour: yes

Details:● 4KW ground mounted solar panel array with tilting mechanism to

optimise angle in each season● Roof mounted solar water system● Wood burning stove● Insulation for walls, lofts, roof.● Double glazing

Directions:First house at top of Yeoland Lane (off Golf Course Road)

Home No 13

LechmereYeoland Lane, Yelverton,PL20 6BXRic and Sonja Cheadle

For more detailed information on energy saving at Clanage go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Directions:Moorland Court is oppositeKnightstone tea rooms on theCrapstone road from the A386Plymouth /Yelverton. Clanageis the one with solar panels!Public Transport: Nearestbus stop at Yelverton shops,walk across the old airfield.Parking: Plenty in road, oroutside tea rooms

Solar PV, Solar Boost, air source heat pump, wood burningstove, on-demand water heating, wall and roof insulation,full double glazing and sun-room passive heatingOpen: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01822 852014

but call (in case ‘popped out’)

Bus Tour: yesDetails:● 1960s bungalow, exposed location, now comfortable and efficient● Energy Performance Certificate rating ‘B’ (81) resulting from:

� cavity wall and loft insulation, and full double glazing� 4.0kW solar PV array fitted to roof (East & South facing)

● Solar Boost system uses spare electricity to heat stored water● Wood burning stove insert into existing hearth● Air source heat pump & radiators (replace storage heaters)● In-line hot water heating to sink and shower (as back up)● South & West facing sun room for maximum solar gain

Home No 14

Clanage3 Moorland Court,Crapstone, PL20 6BLIan Leslie

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Freeman’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Directions:On main road in Crapstone,on the left past thehairdressersPublic Transport:Bus from Yelverton hourly.Parking:On street

Full external wall insulation, roof insulation and fulldouble glazing, wood burning stove.Open: See opening times Phone: 01822 855753Bus Tour: yesDetails:● Cracked rendering caused a damp hard-to-heat house● August / September 2014 external wall insulation using 90mm

expanded polystyrene, finished with a waterproof silicone render (localinstaller Greenhus)

● Not much more than cost of replacing cracked render with GreenDeal Home Improvement Fund grant

● Will improve comfort, save heating costs, and add value● Combined with existing full double glazing and roof insulation should

raise EPC rating from D to C● Gas combi boiler with thermostatic controls● Positive pressure ventilation system● Wood burning stove

Home No 15

Sunny WatersCrapstone, PL20 7PFBarbara & Simon Freeman

Public Transport: BusNo.42, every 20 min fromRoyal Parade in Plymouthor from The George Parkand Ride. Bus stopopposite St Mary's parishchurch, about 50 yds pastthe turning to CoombeLane.

Parking:At the houseFor more detailed information on energy saving at the Plumb’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Solar PV, air source heat pump, wood burner (multi-fuel),insulation, bio-digester, energy saving lights and devicesOpen: By appointment, please call Phone: 01752 651125Bus Tour: yes

Details: Keeper’s Cottage is a 1936 listed building, with a modernextension completed in December 2011. Cavity wall injected insulation,loft insulation and a multi-fuel stove in the cottage and in the extension,PV array, air source heat pump and fully insulated extension. Privatewater and wood supply. Bio-digester. Energy saving light bulbs.

Directions: Entering Tameton Foliot from the Crownhill direction, youfind Cann House Residential Home on your left. At a sharp left hand bend,turn right and proceed down Coombe Lane passing the Star Garage onyour right. About ½ mile down the lane the road divides, take the righthand fork, up a small hill passing an electricity sub station on your right.You will see Keeper’s Cottage after further 300 yards on your right. Turninto the drive and park.

Home No 16

Keeper’s Cottage100 Coombe Lane, Tamerton Foliot,Plymouth, PL5 4LF

Robert & Sara Plumb

For more detailed information on energy saving at the Richardson’s go to www.transitiontavistock.org.uk

Public Transport:600 yards walking distancefrom the bus stop on theWoolwell roundabout.

Parking:Plenty on street

Solar thermal, Solar PV, solar powered forced air system,automated controls, solar switch, monitoring, blackoutblindsOpen: 10:00 to 16:00 Phone: 01752 795633Bus Tour: yes

Details:● 1.2kW automated solar power heated forced air supply● 2.8kW solar powered, evacuated tube design domestic hot water

supply fitted to roof - automated● 4.0kW solar PV array fitted to roof● 4.0 kW electronic relay system fitted [trade name Gemma] to enable

maximum amount of power generated to be retained within property● Several simple roller black-out blinds fitted to collect heat

Directions:Very close to Tesco Superstore in Roborough Plymouth. Our road is halfway up from the roundabout on the A386 to the Tesco Roundabout.

Home No 17

12 Woolwell DriveRoborough, Plymouth, PL6 7JPGeorge Richardson

● Join talks, practical demonstrations and advice sessions throughthe day . See list below.

● Do your own Home Energy Check● Bring the children along. There'll be energy related activities to

keep them entertained!● Enjoy listening to our special guest - Matt Harvey - a poet with a

difference ... with an energy related performance.● Find out how you can support Tavistock College’s Solar Schools

campaign.● Relax in the refreshments area ... delicious soup, cakes and drinks.

We look forward to seeing you.

Talks and entertainment Planned talks through the day include

● Getting to grips with energy saving● Funding energy efficiency upgrades. What are the options?● External wall insulation● Treatment of older homes● The ins and outs of micro-renewables

Matt Harvey will be performing some of his latest energy relatedand amusing poetry! Check website and press for timing.

We have lots planned to keep youner visitors busy. More details onwebsite - www.transitiontavistock.org.uk.

Energy Savers Eco Fair - Saturday 20th Sept.Please join us at the Energy Savers Eco Fair- 10:00 to 16:00 - Tavistock College,Crowndale Road, Tavistock, PL19 8DD.

● Come along and chat to local businesses andorganisations specialised in helping make ourhomes more energy efficient plus renewableenergy installers and experts. See list overleaf.

Eco Fair Exhibitors include:Renewables and biomass New Generation Energy Genelex Ltd Sungift Solar South West Water

Solar switch technology AC & T Ltd.

Community fundraising Tavistock College Solar School

Wood fuel and woodlands Liz’s LogsManagement Tamar Valley AONB Tavistock Woodlands Group

Building materials, insulation Mike Wye and Associatesand solutions Mantle Building System

Greenhus CosyHome Company

Sustainable energy expertise RegenSW

LED Lighting and electrical Pure Visionsolutions Worth Electrical Wholesalers

Community Energy Plymouth Energy Community Tamar Energy Community

Electric Vehicles and EV Friendlycommunity transport Tavistock Car Club

Community and Cooperative Roots to TransitionGrowing Tamar Valley Food Hubs Tamar Grow Local

Up to date details of exhibitors and the programme for the day can befound at www.transitiontavistock.org.uk/events.For questions contact Kate Royston on 07969-569-444 or emailinfo@transitiontavistock.org.uk.

Elegant Secondary Glazing & InsulationCosyHome Company brings traditional properties up to modern standardsof insulation whilst preserving their character and beauty. Our servicesinclude award winning, virtually invisible secondary glazing, sheep wool loftinsulation, bespoke draught proofing, sloping ceiling insulation, and windowrestoration in season.  All of our designs are approved for listed buildings.For a free energy saving survey and quotation contact us on Bideford01237 429826 or visit our website: www.cosyhomecompany.co.uk

Installing External Wall Insulation acrossDevon, Cornwall & Somerset

10, Tavy Business Centre Pitts Cleave Industrial Estate Tavistock PL19 0NU 01822 19 911 info@greenhus.co.uk www.greenhus.co.uk

∙ Is your home hard to heat?∙ Do you have high heating bills?∙ Is your render cracked or

damaged?∙ Want to improve your home’s

value?

External Wall Insulation fromGreenhus is the answer!

Free consultation and quotePlus, we will arrange a free grantVisit the stand or call for advice

Microgeneration Scheme Registered installersfor: Wind, Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal, HeatPumps, Biomass.We are able to advise, supply and install a rangeof renewable energy products. As a responsiblecompany, New Generation Energy arecommitted to helping customers achieve theirrenewable energy ambitions and strive toprovide the best possible solutions to suit theirindividual needs.Andy & Sonja Metcalf, Unit 24 Crelake Industrial Estate, Pixon Ln., Tavistock, PL19 9AZ

Tel: 01822 833729 Email: info@newgenerationenergy.co.uk

Many thanks to the people and organisations who are helping make our Energy Saversevents possible including Dart Print, Tavistock College, Tavistock Enterprise Hub, WestCountry Websites, TASS; our SW Devon Community Energy Partnership colleagues,exhibitors and the householders who are giving their time to the Open Homes weekend;to our volunteers; and to you for participating.

Tavistock College Solar SchoolSolar panels installed at the college wouldreally help make a dent intheir significant power costs and enablesavings to be invested in further energy re-duction measures.To contribute £5 towards the target goto www.solarschools.org.uk/tavistockcollege

Tamar Energy CommunityA new cooperative has arrived in town! We've set up an energy coopera-tive for Tavistock, Callington and surrounding areas. Everyone locally canjoin by paying £1 as soon as membership opens. Come and see us at theEco Fair.

Cosy DevonFree and reduced cost energy saving measuresfor householders across Devon.● Cosy Devon offers free loft insulation and cavity wall insulation to private

householders (owners, landlords and tenants) across Devon and free lofttop ups to householders in areas designated as low income. In other areasloft top ups will cost £149.00.

● A free boiler repair or replacement may be available for privatehouseholders in receipt of certain benefits.

● A contribution to the costs of external wall insulation may be possible forcertain privately owned properties.

● You can register your interest in Cosy Devon by getting in touch atinfo@transitiontavistock.org.uk with your name, contact details andpostcode (07969-569-444). As a voluntary community group TransitionTavistock will earn a small fee for each completed measure. This will helpfund our further support in your community. You can download a factsheet at www.transitiontavistock.org.uk.

Transition Tavistock seeks to bring our communitytogether by sharing knowledge and practical ideas to useless energy and resources, grow more of our own food,and supply and buy more locally.Our goal is to help build a strong and self-supporting community forTavistock and the surrounding areas, embracing the opportunity to bringabout a more sustainable and better future.

If you’d like to know more about Transition Tavistock, or would like to volunteer with us,please get in touch: www.transitiontavistock.org.uk – transitiontavistock@gmail.com

Join us at Green Drinks.Second Tuesday of every month at Union Inn, Tavistock …19:30 to 21:30

Horrabridge Energy SaversHorrabridge Energy Savers offers free energy check, support andadvice to Horrabridge householders. Drop in to the London Inn,Horrabridge each Tuesday between 17:15 and 19:00.Or get in touch by phone (07969-569-444) or email address belowinfo@transitiontavistock.org.uk.