As part of 'Heritage Open Days' (www.heritageopendays.org.uk ) Tina Fawcett and Richard Blundel are opening their eco-renovated home, 29 Stapleton Road, Oxford, OX3 7LX, on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th September, 1 - 5pm. Features include: internal and external solid wall insulation, under-floor hemp insulation, double-glazed sash windows, solar water heating, light pipe, efficient lighting and (some) UK-sourced and reclaimed materials.

They are looking for additional volunteers to help welcome people, show them around the house and discuss eco-renovation. If you have an hour or two free on either day to assist that would be great – please contact Tina on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss. Full 'training', tea and biscuits provided.