Free Church Stretton open day tackles home energy costs

Householders considering changes to reduce energy use can attend Shropshire Climate Action’s open day on energy efficient buildings in Church Stretton on Saturday 5 September 2026.

The free event runs from 10am to 4pm at the Methodist Church and Hall, Watling Street South, Church Stretton, SY6 7BG. Donations are welcome. It is aimed at residents who want to find out more about improving their homes, saving money and reducing their carbon footprint.

Advice on home surveys, technologies and grants

Shropshire Climate Action is holding the day with Marches Energy Advice (MEA) and Stretton Climate Care. Visitors will be able to learn about the latest technologies for energy-efficient buildings, home energy surveys and grants available to households.

For people at an early stage of considering work, the event brings together several parts of the decision: understanding a home’s energy performance, hearing about possible improvements and finding out what financial support may be available. The source does not set out individual technologies, grant schemes or eligibility rules, so visitors with a particular project in mind may wish to raise those questions directly on the day.

Meet local advisers, installers and contractors

The programme includes locally based advisers, installers and contractors. That gives householders an opportunity to discuss energy-efficiency work with people operating in the area, alongside information from MEA and Stretton Climate Care.

Visitors can also visit homes that have been adapted for what organisers describe as a Zero Carbon future. The visits place the focus on changes made to homes, rather than only on general information about energy efficiency.

The event is an open day rather than a published programme of timed sessions. No transport, accessibility or booking details are included in the source information provided.

Useful details

Shropshire Council said it helps lead and coordinate climate action across the county through partnerships. It described Shropshire Climate Action as the broad county-wide climate partnership, while Marches Energy Advice provides specialist energy advice and delivery services that the council works with to support residents and climate objectives.

For further information, email [email protected]. Source: Shropshire Council Newsroom.

Source: Shropshire Council Newsroom