St Cleopas, Bishops Castle - 19th and 20th October

Energy-saving improvements

  • 'Big' insulation works
    'Big' insulation works
  • Glazing
    Glazing
  • Lighting systems and electrical appliances
    Lighting systems and electrical appliances
  • Renewables: electricity
    Renewables: electricity
  • Lifestyle change
    Lifestyle change

Location

St. Cleopas, Welsh Street
The Cabin
Bishops Castle
SHROPSHIRE
SY9 5JG

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Opening times

Dates: 19th and 20th October
Opening times: 10am to 4pm

The front steps are quite steep but there is a handrail. Parking for 3 cars.

Just turn up

Property details

1960s brick cavity-built bungalow 3 bedrooms, an office, studio, kitchen and living room. 

What changes have been made?

When we moved into the bungalow in 2015, we took out the oil-fired Rayburn, the radiators and the night storage heaters. We installed new floors and underfloor insulation throughout our home - 4" Kingspan between joists. Aided by grant, the loft was insulated with 8" thick Rockwool. A 6kW solar photovoltaic (PV) panel array was also fitted. In 2019, the 6 original metal framed double glazed windows were replaced. A wood burner was installed in the living room and 4 infrared heating panels were fitted, 3 of which on the kitchen ceiling, the other in the bathroom. An EO home charging system for our electric vehicle (EV) was fitted with the assistance of a grant. In January 2021, we installed a 5kW Moiza battery and switched to Octopus Energy. 

What have been the benefits to you and your home?

Our home is now cheaper and easier to run whilst also being warmer and more comfortable. 

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Location

St. Cleopas, Welsh Street
The Cabin
Bishops Castle
SHROPSHIRE
SY9 5JG

View on map

Opening times

Dates: 19th and 20th October
Opening times: 10am to 4pm

The front steps are quite steep but there is a handrail. Parking for 3 cars.

Just turn up

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