Sustainable Dittisham is looking for householders and projects in Dittisham, Ashprington & Cornworthy, Blackawton, Dartmouth and Kingswear willing to take part in this year’s Open Eco Homes event, happening this autumn as part of the Devon-wide Open Eco Homes programme.
Could you open your home for a few hours to inspire others?
My own home has taken part in three previous tours and, from first-hand experience, it’s one of the most rewarding community events we’ve been involved in. Visitors come to see real homes, ask honest questions and learn from people who have already made changes to their homes.
Importantly, you do not need to have a “perfect eco-home” to take part.
Visitors are often most inspired by homes that are similar to their own, including ordinary houses, ongoing projects and low-cost improvements. Whether you’ve installed a heat pump, improved insulation, added solar panels, created a wildlife-friendly garden, experimented with natural materials or simply taken steps to reduce energy use, your experience could help someone else take their first step.
Previous hosts have said:
“There is something so heartwarming about this weekend. Everyone cares about the planet and is wanting to do something to help.”
“People want to hear what heat pumps are really like from someone who actually has one. Having weekends like this helps to disprove misinformation.”
Events across Devon will take place between 12 September and 11 October 2026. Once we know who would like to participate locally, we’ll choose the date that works best for the group. Typically you would give a period of time on the day where you will be open, so it needn’t take up your whole day. You get to decide which parts of your property people can access, and if you plan more of a guided tour, also allowing you to speak to many people at once, then a couple of starting times makes sense so people know when to turn up to take part.
If you’re interested in opening your home or project, or would simply like to find out more with no commitment, I’d love to hear from you.
Equally if you know someone who would be an ideal host then please pass this message on.
My contact details are:
Sune Nightingale
01803 712 695
Many thanks,
Sune