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1. 01453 766321 customer services stroud gov uk www stroud gov uk Lydney Town Council Council Chambers Claremont House High Street Lydney GL15 5DX 01594 842234 admin stonehousetowncouncil com stonehousetowncouncil com Energy saving trust www energysavingtrust org uk WRAP www wrap org uk Wildfowl amp wetland trust www wwt org uk Stroud Tourist Information Centre www stroud gov uk 37 15 Appendices 38 Compostin Getting Started Tips for top compost B Position your composter on bare soil not concrete or decking It should be easy to get to all year round Have a caddy in the kitchen to get you into the composting habit B Get a good mix of greens e g vegetable peelings and browns e g scrunched up cardboard Try to add equal layers of greens and browns this will help create air pockets for the microbes that break the material down to breathe speeding up the rotting process B Composting works best if you add lots of materials at once Chop chunky items into small pieces to speed up the process Make sure that your compost is moist but not wet Add water if it s too dry Cover and add dry material if it is to wet Young nettles are an excellent natural accelerator B Keep adding a good mix of materials After nine months your compost should be ready dark in colour and have an earthy smell When done you will have a rich compost to improve the2. programme based on a wash load capacity of 5kg 60 200 litres per wash and drying programme based on a wash load capacity of 5kg Washer dryer Dishwasher 10 30 litres per wash based on an 8 place setting Dishwasher 10 50 litres per wash based on a 12 place setting Further information Noise Manufacturers don t have to provide information on noise If shown the lower the number the quieter the appliance Light bulbs In addition to the standard A G scale for energy efficiency information on the packaging must include luminous flux light output of the light bulb in lumens the input power of the light bulb in watts and the average rated life of the light bulb in hours No labels Ask your retailer first he must by law provide this information Local authorities in England Wales and Scotland are responsible for enforcing the regulations that cover energy labels and similar energy information in mail order catalogues etc Enforcement in Northern Ireland is the responsibility of the Trading Standards Service of the Department of Enterprise Trade and Investment You can obtain contact details for your local Trading Standards Department by visiting www tradingstandards gov uk and entering your postcode Related programmes Save Energy To find out more ways to save money on your energy bills and choose efficient appliances visit www est org uk myhome or call your local Energy Effici
3. Connection to Meadow Road and Maidenhall School dep 081 Uley Dursley Stonehouse Stroud MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS except Public Holidays Uley Church Hall Dursley Castle Street Dursley Bus Station Lower Cam High Street Cambridge Stores Eastington Cross Oldends Lane Stonehouse Park Road Stonehouse Meadow Road 0644 Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 0646 Stonehouse High St Globe 0650 Ebley Chapel Lane 0656 Stroud Merrywalks 0705 0706 0710 0716 0725 0724 0726 0730 0736 0745 MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS except Public Holidays cont d Uley Church Hall Dursley Castle Street Dursley Bus Station 1520 Lower Cam High Street 1527 Cambridge Stores 1533 Eastington Cross 1538 Oldends Lane 1544 Stonehouse Park Road 1548 Stonehouse Meadow Road 1554 Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 1556 Stonehouse High St Globe 1600 Ebley Chapel Lane 1606 Stroud Merrywalks 1615 SATURDAYS Dursley Bus Station Lower Cam High Street Cambridge Stores Eastington Cross Oldends Lane Stonehouse Park Road Stonehouse Meadow Road 0724 Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 0726 Stonehouse High St Globe 0730 Ebley Chapel Lane 0736 Stroud Merrywalks 0745 0810 0816 1629 1631 1635 1641 1650 0810 0744 0746 0750 0756 0810 1620 1627 1630 1637 1643 1648 1654 1658 v v 1700 1706 1715 0816 1709 1711 1715 1721 1730 gt 8 lt pi E H a E i 0814 0816 1750 1756 1805 14 16 20 26 35 1759 180
4. If possible try to avoid putting heating in your conservatory as few conservatories are well insulated and much of the heat is likely to be lost think about using solar power for water features and lighting in your garden Manufacturing tools uses energy and resources but many are hardly used The average drill is used for less than 15 minutes in its entire lifetime so consider borrowing or hiring instead of buying Alarm information Your home has been fitted with a smoke alarm in the hall of your property and a heat alarm has been fitted in the kitchen These run off mains power to ensure that the alarm is working correctly a green light should be on showing that it is charged To check that the horn is working correctly press the test button for 10 seconds to ensure the horn sounds loudly After doing so watch the test button for one minute to ensure that the red light flashes at least once The unit must not bleep as this indicates the cells are low Please note if the mains power has been off for more that 72 hours the unit will bleep every 40 seconds until it is reconnected to the mains supply 18 8 0 HUG Home User Guide alternative formats If you require a copy of this guide in an alternative format please contact Markey Construction Markey Construction 01452 886 155 Unit Q1 Quadrant Distribution Centre info markeyconstruction co uk Quadrant Way Hardwicke Electronic versions can be found at the Glou
5. Stonehouse GL10 2NP parkjunior ik org Gloucestershire College 0845 155 2020 Gloucester Campus Llanthony Road Gloucester GL2 5JQ gloscol ac uk GP surgeries The High Street Medical Practice 01453 822047 31 High Street Stonehouse GL10 2NG 30 Community Centre ye it te 2 Woe a Och j YN 3 Eg 2 i VA z Stonehouse Community Centre PN ty Laburnum Road Stonehouse qose od Community Centre X Walk o gom A Stonehouse LS GL10 2NS 38 wil Sabun a s Stonehouse E 3 y xionehpuss Rail M Stonehouse M p 01453 823241 Bus C e V Nc m Play Areas Go Bananas 01453769120 Unit 1 2 Ebley Wharf Ebley Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4SR Outdoor areas Stratford Park Stratford Road Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4AF 01453 763 394 museuminthe park org uk century The Museum is housed in a Grade II 17th wool merchant s mansion Entrance is free but donations are welcome Whether you are visiting the District or have lived here for many years you are sure to find something that inspires or amazes you interests Wildfowl Slimbridge Glos GL2 7BT amp Wetland Centre 01453 891900 www wwt org uk Supermarket The Midcounties Co operative 01453 827438 26 High Street Stonehouse GL10 2NA Place of St Cyrs C Of E Church The 01453 822332 Worship Vicarage Elms Road Stonehouse Gloucestershire GL10 2NP Pharmacy The Stonehouse Pharmacy 31 01
6. little natural ventilation in your home While opening a window does provide ventilation the building s heat and humidity will then be lost in the winter and gained in the summer both of which are undesirable for the indoor climate and for eue efficiency Your Vent Axia Sentinel Kinetic MVHR system gives you x much more in control of the climatic conditions in your home It works by bring in fresh air from the outside and recycles the otherwise wasted heat from your bathroom and kitchen Benefits of MVHR 1 3 Up to 92 heat recovery whilst controlling condensation Plug and play controls Humidistat Vent Wise Wireless remote Self diagnosis for simplified fault finding Adjustable delay on delay off timer Maintenance requirements DO NOT Switch off the unit it is set to run 24 hours a day 7 days a week Adjust the ceiling grilles they are set to allow a certain amount of air though and should not be adjusted The system is continuously on a normal setting please ensure that you adjust to suit conditions The manual boost provides a higher level of ventilation hot days or to remove odours Solar Your home has been fitted with Worcester FKC series flat panel solar collectors This solar water heating system absorbs solar energy and converts it to heat that is pumped directly to your hot water cylinder providing hot water from a clean renewable source of energy Solar water heating panels do not rely
7. no longer require there may be of use to someone else This could be an old sofa or wheelbarrow Please visit the following website before disposing of your waste www ilovefreegle org www freecycle org The cost for this service is 15 00 for up to three items additional items are charged at 5 00 per item Any resident who wishes to take advantage of this service can easily do so by 1 You can call Hereford County Council on 01432 260051 who will take an immediate payment by credit or debit card and give you your collection day straight away 2 Visit one of the Council Offices where you can pay by any method 3 Complete the request form available herefordshire gov uk housing website by clicking on the document in the box to the right and return it to the address shown on the form together with the required payment Please note that items to be taken must be identified upon placing the booking or amended not later than 24 hours before collection is due to take place Any item not 20 8 1 listed will not be collected Will be collected Armchair Bed base amp headboard 1 item Bicycle Bedside table Cabinet free standing Carpet Chairs 2 x dining kitchen or patio Chest of drawers Children s swing or climbing frame Cooker Gas Electric disconnected from mains Cupboard free standing Dishwasher Dressing Table amp chair DVD Video player Freezer Fridge Lawnmower no sit on mowers Otto
8. on high temperatures or direct sunlight to work Even on cloudy days they can deliver significant energy savings That s because they work on the principle of light absorption rather than needing heat or direct sunlight features and benefits Sustainable energy As solar energy harnesses the energy from the sun it produces none of the CO2 emissions of using fossil fuels Environmentally friendly solar panels can be fully recycled You re in control The Greenskies system includes a control which enables you to set the hot water temperature you require with ease Easy to look after Greenskies requires minimal maintenance and is extremely robust Maintenance When carrying out maintenance work on the system set the mode selector switch S to solar heating pump OFF The solar heating pump will stop The display backlighting is red OFF flashes and the symbol stops moving you can then switch off the power supply Display shows flashing red yellow Cause Short circuit on sensor lead to Check sensor lead Q9 solar panel temperature sen sor armen eeu 5 Short circuit on sensor lead to Check sensor lead o bac solar panel temperature sen sor p 6720611 675 08 12 Break in sensor lead to solar Check sensor lead panel temperature sensor 6720009 912 Break in sensor lead to solar Check sensor lead B T4 7 panel tempe
9. understand and operate your home efficiently and to make the best use of local facilities Your home has been built to achieve code 4 under the Department for Communities and Local Government Code for Sustainable homes CSH The building itself has been constructed using a modular construction method this type of construction is a relatively a modern approach to general house building This method was preferred as the building can be constructed in shorter building time than traditional building resulting in minimal disturbance to you and your neighbours All of the materials in your home are environmentally friendly and are from sustainable sources When your house was constructed a Police Architectural Liaison Officer ALO carried out an inspection to ensure that it was safe and secure resulting in a secure by design certificate being awarded During construction it also achieves a certificate of compliance rating Both of these certificates can be found in the appendices at the back of the guide The guide itself has maintenance instructions on how you can continue to maintain your home to ensure it functions as efficiently as possible It also gives tips on how you can live a more sustainable life resulting is savings on energy water and your household bills It also gives details of you local waste collection services such as days of collection and what to do with bulky waste items If you are planning to carry out any DIY it mak
10. use A one bar electric fire uses 1kWh in one hour A 100watt electric light bulb uses 1kWh in 10 hours use an energy saving light bulb would go on for 40 hours on 1kWh of electricity Product details Actual savings will of course depend on how you use the product and how much you pay for your electricity You can also save money by running washing machines washer dryers and dishwashers only when you have a full load using economy and low temperature settings and spin drying clothes well before you tumble dry by ensuring that fridges and freezers are installed away from cookers and other sources of heat in accordance with the manufacturer s advice and by switching off lights when not needed Manufacturer s name and product details This confirms the manufacturer s name and model number check that this is the same as the model you actually choose to buy xk x The European Ecolabel Some products are awarded the European Ecolabel which may NI appear on the label or mm elsewhere The Ecolabel hd Ld indicates that the product has been independently assessed and found to meet strict environmental criteria considering more than just energy consumption putting it among the best in its class
11. 1 1805 1811 1820 10 17 23 28 38 v 54 v 56 40 00 46 06 55 15 0911 0915 0921 0930 1810 1817 1820 1825 1831 1836 1841 1845 1849 1851 1855 1901 1910 0929 0931 0935 0941 0950 1929 1931 1935 1941 1950 0910 0917 0920 0927 0933 then at these m nutes past 1710 1717 1723 1728 1734 1738 1714 1716 1720 1726 1735 Ww 1754 v 1756 1740 1800 1746 1806 1755 1815 each hour 1820 1825 1831 1836 1841 1845 1849 1854 1855 1901 1910 For more bus service information please call 01452 425543 Or alternatively email timetables gloucestershire gov uk 1929 1931 1935 1941 1950 S52 48R52558 until 1420 1427 1433 1438 1459 1501 1505 1511 1520 20 1524 1526 1530 1536 1545 26 9 1 Details of cycle storage and cycle paths To the rear of the property you have a communal secure cycle storage area It has steel fixing set in concrete to manufacturer s instructions which allows both the wheel and frame to be locked securely Randwick Whiteshill Li Sro eT Leonard Stanley Stanley Frocester Coaley Ea Eastcombe Chatford Hill Rodborough Thrupp and Bussage Common Brimscombe Brownshal Chalford Brimscombe Minchinhampton M Cherington SERIA E 2 n Ov pen rm A46 Google x Pitch B4058 Horsley u Map data eMe Atlas Terms of Use 9 Indicates every 2 miles Points Click these markers for more inf
12. 1453 861541 www woodchestermansion org uk Opening Hours ist April end October every Sunday and first Saturday of the month July and August every weekend and Bank Holidays 33 Slimbridge The birthplace of modern conservation Slimbridge Wetland Centre is set within 325 hectares against a spectacular Severn Estuary d backdrop Land Rover rides and canoe safaris guarantee close encounters with a dazzling array of wetland life and there s lots for our young visitors to enjoy including the welly boot land play area Slimbridge is home to an astounding array of wildlife including the world s largest collection of swans geese and ducks A year round programme of walks arts events workshops talks and spectacular wildlife encounters are a fantastic way for everyone to connect to their natural surroundings Slimbridge is the vision of naturalist and artist Sir Peter Scott and holds international significance as the headquarters of the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust WWT It is here that the world renowned experts of WWT Consulting and Species Conservation are based Wildfowl amp Wetlands Trust Slimbridge Gloucestershire GL2 7BT 01453 891900 www wwt org uk 34 12 Responsible purchasing Reduce the energy costs of running your white goods appliances Apart from heating your home the energy you use in your home is mostly used up by our appliances so a lot of attention is being paid to maki
13. 2 Information on compost bins and there location seseeeeeee 16 4 3 What IS WRAP Psoriasi E 16 5 Sustainable DIY 1 seen nnn nennen nennen enn nennen 17 6 Alarm Information 1 essere nnne 18 7 Home Information Guide Alternative Formats reee 19 8 Recycling and Waste eierniie nee cbe c Eraser nee detent 19 8 0 What to do with waste that is not covered by the standard weekly collection 19 8 1 Local recycling facilities and tips iet ma ir cr rea eerie 21 9 Public Transport conor beo Ee Ig Db ebd osi i 22 9 0 Details of public transpOTt eiiis ise se eset eia ye oret raises ene ere EE an eadi 24 9 1 Details of cycle storage and cycle paths nnns 27 9 2 Car parking park amp ride schemes and car hire 28 9 3 How to get to local amenities in the area by public transport or cycling 30 10 11 12 13 14 15 Local Amen BUS EE EPEE PERETE E AE du E EU TE AT Things To Do ero ed einai etn eae aie Responsible Purchasing sse enn Emergency InformabiOD e Ecc bii REED pu RTI Location of A amp E and local minor injuries clinics Location of p lice J fire stationis eco eani ina ati Links References amp Further Information ccce Appendices 30 33 35 35 36 37 38 Introduction The aim of this home user guide is to help you
14. 3 0 For further information please visit www energysavingtrust org uk Water Use Water saving measures and tips Considerations have been made to limit the amount of water used in your dwelling these include All wash hand basin taps have flow regulators which limits the flow to 3 litres per minute The toilets have a 4 2 6 litre dual flush which gives the option to save water The bath has an overflow of 140 litres which is 40 litres less than a conventional bath and your electric shower has a flow rate of below 6 litres per minute There are also simple steps that you can take to reduce your water consumption which will help to save you money and water usage Take a shower rather than a bath Don trun the tap whilst cleaning your teeth Only boil as much water as you need when making drinks Don t leave taps dripping repair any worn washers Only wash full loads in washing machines and or dishwashers Water remaining after boiling eggs can be cooled and used to water plants as this is high in nutrients as is the dirty water taken from a fish tank If you drink tap water and normally run the tap for a while to ensure the water is cold collect this initial supply either in your kettle or to water plants etc alternatively instead of waiting for it to run cold keep a jug of water in the fridge Wash vegetables in a bowl rather than under a running tap 13 3 1 External water use and efficiency There are als
15. 453 823184 High Street Stonehouse GL10 2NG 31 Leisure Centre Dursley Leisure Centre 01453 543 832 Rednock Drive Dursley Gloucestershire GL11 4BX Public House The Globe Inn 42 High Street 01453 822 567 Stonehouse Glos GL10 2NG News agents The Co operative 6 9 Elms Road 01453 823148 Stonehouse GL10 2NP Post Office Stonehouse Post Office Queen s 01453 822430 Road Stonehouse GL10 2NH Cash Points machine Me E S ado LONDIS STONEMOUSE v gt e 2 2 OAR OAD PHOS g QUare 2 GLOUCESTERSH RE s x 0 12 miles away p i N 2408 Charge 1 50 8 Co Operative Bank Pic Coso Store Storehouse Cufor Gecestenvere GLIO 2NA 9 18 moes away Q HSOC Bank Pic MOUSE stone amp 3 NIGH STREET j o STONTHOUSE GLOUCESTERSHIRE For more cash points please visit the following www link co uk 32 11 Things to do Woodchester Mansion Woodchester Mansion is an architectural masterpiece of the Victorian age abandoned by its builders before it could be completed It has been virtually untouched by time since the mid 1870s The Mansion is hidden in a secluded 400 acre landscape park sheltering an abundance of wildlife and rare breed grazing stock Enchanting woodland walks snake around its five man made lakes The Mansion and its park are reputed to be haunted and regular events are held throughout the year for those who want to hunt the ghosts 0
16. Home User Guide MIDLAND ROAD STONEHOUSE GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL10 2DH July 2010 Version 2 1 Flats A guide to enable occupants to understand and operate their home efficiently and how to make the best use of local amenities Prepared by Markey Construction working in Partnership with West Mercia Housing Association Contents Page Page Introductio o onere net eder e En eret e ets 4 1 Environmental Strategy Design amp Features esses 5 1 0 U bI apiee TEE ERR E T I D rer errre creer 5 1 1 Rainwater Hat vestlmng um eti eset io itte venire t bed R 5 1 2 Mechanical Ventilation system ccccccccsscssssecsssessessssesssecsssesseessasesseessasesseessatessness 6 1 3 Solar Hot Water isis uiis is dut ene EHI a 7 1 4 Air Source THeabg sus idi PO picada dete HS enc ip 8 1 5 Certitied THM GR ai retet ertt rr eret necem e t aere pr ra te er a ete ee Free e 9 2 iz E I LI T T I E errs 10 2 0 Low energy light fittings eet rerit anaa 10 2 1 Details of EU labelling scheme for white goods 11 2 2 General information on energy efficiency 12 3 bag 13 3 0 Water saving measures and tips ones Ue E EH EROR aR 13 3 1 External water use and efficiency nennen nnne narra 13 4 Recycling and Waste Collection ssssssssseeee 15 4 0 Your household refuse and recycling service 15 4 1 Information on recycling bins and there location 16 4
17. ce evaporation by up to 75 Think about mixing some drought resistant bedding and perennial plants to your garden to add diversity 14 4 0 Recycling and waste collections Stroud District Council provides an easy and convenient way to dispose of your household refuse and recycling The benefits of the services General waste is collected every Wednesday recycling boxes and garden waste are emptied on alternative Wednesdays recyclable items are collected together in one mixed container the recycling materials that are collected include tin cans aluminium cans mixed glass plastic bottles amp containers cartons paper and cardboard How the service works Weekly collection of household refuse using black sacks Your bins will need to be outside at 06 00 on the day of collection Collections from the boundary of your property nearest the public highway if your collection is missed If your refuse recycling was out by 06 00am on the day of collection and in the correct place but has been missed then please contact the public space service on 01453 754424 or email public space stroud gov uk to report it 15 4 1 4 2 4 3 Information on recycling bins and there location In your kitchen cupboard you will find two 20 litre recycling bins one of which has a divider that creates two 10 litre bins and one 20 litre this is to assist you in segregating your waste and is in additional to your sta
18. cester following address GL2 2RN www markeyconstruction co uk Recycling and waste what to do with waste that is not covered by the standard weekly collection If you have waste that is not covered by your weekly collections that can not be reused here are some suggestions to how it can be disposed of Bulky waste Stroud District Council operates a free service for the removal of bulky household waste items such as furniture Though this service is free they will not collect DIY fixtures and fittings or building waste 19 Free standing bulky domestic items or appliances which exceed 25 kilograms in weight or which do not fit or cannot be fitted into a domestic bin fall under this collection service Please note only items which can be lifted by a maximum of 2 people will be collected To arrange a collection either ring 01453 754424 or visit www stroud gov uk and search bulky items When you request a collection we will need to know what items you would like collected as the crews will leave any items not on the list and the location where they can be found on the property As mentioned above items relating to household fixtures and fittings or DIY building waste will not be collected through the free bulky waste service However they can be removed for a charge However only one item can be collected at a time and a charge of 21 50 will apply To arrange please contact 01453 754424 If you have items that you
19. ency Advice Centre on 0800 512012 between 9am and 5pm Mondays Fridays RECOMMENDED Market Transformation Programme Energy labelling is supported via Defra s Market Transformation Programme To find out more about this Programme visit www mtprog com or call the Programme s helpline on 0845 600 8951 Market Transformation Programme A NS For further copies of this leaflet contact DEFRA Publications Admail 6000 London SW1A 2XX Tel 08459 556000 Printed on recycled paper containing 8096 post consumer waste and 20 totally chlorine free pulp 97EP0318 001A EL PB7971 Crown Copyright 2004 Updated reprint February 2005 Energy Labels Helping you make the right choice Energy CO kwhicycle a test resulls we pase on 9 cotton cycle energy cons Actual Pon pow the About Defra www defra gov uk d defr Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs Washing E ner g y machine Manufacturer Model More efficient Less efficient Energy consumption kWh cycle based on standard test results for 60 C cotton cycle Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used Washing performance A higher G lower Spin drying performance A higher G lower Spin speed rpm Capacity cotton kg Water consumption Noise Washing dB A re 1 pW Spinning Further information is continued in product brochures Energy Labels By law the European Community Ene
20. es suggestions on products that would be most suited to your property It gives addresses and contact numbers for your local GP Post Office and Supermarket If you are planning a day out look no further as the guide also suggests areas of interest such as historic buildings parks and a nature reserve 1 0 1 1 Environmental strategy design and features SuDs Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems are designed to reduce the potential impact of new and existing developments with respect to surface water drainage discharges They are designed to replicate natural systems that use cost effective solutions with low environmental impact to drain away dirty and surface water run off through collection storage and cleaning before allowing it to be released slowly back into the environment such as into water courses Conventional drainage systems are renowned for flooding and polluting of the environment and as a result can cause harm to wildlife amp habitats and can contaminate groundwater sources which are used for drinking water The system at Queens Meadow has been designed by a hydrologist to be easily managed and will require no maintenance SuDS use the following techniques source control permeable paving such as pervious concrete storm water detention storm water infiltration evapo transpiration e g from a Green roof Rainwater harvesting Freerain rainwater harvesting system gives the ability to collect ra
21. gton Cross 0657 0838 0953 W4 P 53 1453 Cambridge Stores 0702 0843 0958 EI 58 1458 Lower Cam High Street 0707 0849 1004 Wt 04 1504 Dursley Bus Station v v 1010 E 10 1510 Dursley Castle Street 0713 0855 Uley Church Hall 0720 0902 MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS except Public Holidays cont d Stroud Merrywalks 1445 1510 1525 1545 1600 1615 1630 1655 1720 1745 1810 1915 Ebley Bridge Road 1451 1516 1536 1551 1606 1621 1636 1701 1726 1751 1816 1921 Stonehouse High St Globe 1457 1522 1542 1557 1612 1627 1642 1707 1732 1757 1822 1927 Stonehouse Meadow Road 1459 1524 W 1559 1614 1629 1644 1709 W 1759 1824 1929 Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 1501 1526 W 1601 1616 1631 1646 1711 W 1801 1826 1931 Stonehouse Park Road 1544 1650 1734 1830 Oldends Lane 1548 1654 1738 1834 Eastington Cross 1553 1659 1742 1839 Cambridge Stores 1558 1704 1748 1844 Lower Cam High Street 1604 1710 1754 1850 Dursley Bus Station v 1716 v 1856 Dursley Castle Street 1610 1800 Uley Church Hall 1617 1807 Stroud Merrywalks 0710 0720 1720 1740 1810 1915 Ebley Bridge Road 0716 0726 Stonehouse High St Globe 0722 0732 Stonehouse Meadow Road 0724 W Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 0726 W 1726 1746 1816 1921 1732 1752 1822 1927 vV 1754 1824 1929 Vv 1756 1826 1931 Stonehouse Park Road 0734 1734 1830 Oldends Lane 0738 1738 1834 Eastington Cross 0743 1743 1839 Cambridge Stores 0748 1748 1844 Lower Cam High Street 0754 Dursley Bus Station 0800 Departs at 1530 in School holidays
22. ing 507 Service Waterwells Parking Fee 1 50 all day Quedgeley GL2 2AN Bus Fare 1 20 Rtn children under 14 travel free when accompanied by an adult 28 250 feet tz 2010 Microsoft Corporation Crown Copyright License The closest public car park is show on the map above it is situated on high street Stonehouse GL10 2NG Car Hire Practical Car amp Van rental 14 Ebley Road Stonehouse GL10 2LH 01453 822130 practical co uk Midlands Vehicle Rental Unit 13 Cheltenham Road Salmon Springs Trading Estate Stroud GL6 6NU 01453 755333 29 10 9 3 How to get to local amenities in the area by public transport or cycling Your home is situated approximately 1 km from the town centre where you can find most of the local amenities that you would require The map in section 9 2 gives the location of the closest car park to the town centre but due to its short distance it would be advisable to cycle or walk if possible Local Amenities The following provides you with the locations of various amenities within the local area Schools Leonard Stanley 01453 823265 C Of E Primary School Mankley Road Leonard Stanley Stonehouse GL10 3LY Leonard Stanley C of E Primary School will maintain a happy secure Christian Environment where each member of the school feels valued and where each pupil acquires a high quality education Park Junior School 01453 823108 Elm Road
23. inwater from roofs which can then be stored and used as a source of free water The advantages of rainwater harvesting are that it Saves money by reducing your water usage Can be used for flushing toilets washing machines dishwashers watering your 1 2 garden or baths and showers A volume of water is kept out of the storm water management system thereby helping to reduce flooding risks And rainwater is better for your garden as it has a balanced ph and is free of chemicals such as chlorine Rainwater Harvesting Systems can simply be a water butt located under a down pipe from your guttering that you use to fill a watering with or it can be more sophisticated systems with a tank installed in a roof space with filters and pumps Your dwelling has been fitted with a Freerain Rainwater Harvesting System which typically supplies 50 of your water requirements Maintenance requirements When the system is on overflow mode the filter is automatically cleaned The filter which can be located in the manhole needs to be inspected and cleaning This is a simple procedure that should be done one a month for the first 3 months and then once every quarter to maintain the efficiency of the system If freezing is expected and the pump is not submersed at a safe depth remove the pump from the water and store in dry conditions Mechanical Ventilation MVHR Your home has been designed to be air tight this means that there very
24. lly use a 60W bulb you ll only need a 11 14 Watt bulb 10 2 1 Details of EU labelling scheme for white goods The EU Energy Labelling scheme is a compulsory requirement for all white goods and home appliances sold within the EU It allows consumers to clearly see the efficiency and energy consumption of a product The system used by the EU Energy Label runs from A to G and primarily shows energy efficiency Other details shown by the scheme including various performance related ratings also scaled A to G Since its introduction in 1995 the EU Energy Label has become a widely recognised and respected guide for manufacturers and consumers alike The scheme covers Dishwashers Washing Machines Freezers Fridge Freezers and Refrigerators All of which require a D rating or above For more detailed information on the EU labelling scheme please refer to the guide in the appendix at the back of the HUG Washing machine Energy Manufacturer Model More efficient D Less efficient Energy consumption kWhicycle DIO o Standard tet sesto or 60 C Conon tye Actual onargy contumptios wit epena on how fie aptiianoe i uted Washing performance Achigher G lower Spin drying performance Ac higner G tower Spin speed pre Capacity cotton kg Water consumption Noise Washing dB A re 1 pw Spinning Further information ip continued in product brochures 11 2 2 Ge
25. man Box Mattress Microwave PC hard drive PC monitor Sofa Stereo amp 2 speakers Sun lounger used in the garden Table Tumble dryer Television Underlay Washing Machine Local recycling facilities and tips If you have waste that is not covered by your local collection scheme you can dispose of it at the district s Household Recycling Centre HRC The nearest one is located at Pyke Quarry Nr Horsley Gloucestershire The site is operated by Gloucestershire County Council and is for domestic waste only The facility is open all year round except Wardrobe free standing Will not be collected Asbestos Bathroom Suites Clinical waste Doors Domestic Refuse black bag waste Fencing Fluorescent lighting tubes Grass or garden cuttings Hazardous waste Kitchen units or worktops Liquids Paint Rubble Sheds Shower trays or shower screens Sinks Soil stones Windows Christmas Day 25th December and New Years Day 1st January Opening times are from 9 00am until 6 15pm For more information please call 01242 680 010 2 MOI CE SIT Stroud Cirencester Batteries Household batteries are accepted by all Household Recycling Centres Some retailers also provide in store recycling facilities for batteries in order to fulfill their obligations under the recent EU battery directive Battery recycling points are available at Tesco and Coop stores in the Forest of Dean Computers am
26. ndard waste bin Information on compost bins and there location Your home has been provided with a compost bin which is located in your back garden and is accessible via the footpath It can be used for disposing of garden waste and house hold organic waste such as tea bags uncooked vegetables fruit and egg boxes Please keep out meat nappies dairy products and animal foul For further information please visit www recyclenow com What is WRAP WRAP is a non profit organisation that is supported by government funding Its main aim that is achieved through working with partners is to prevent waste promote recycling and develop markets for valuable products WRAP works with the public providing information and tools that support recycling and reduces food waste This helps bring measurable gains to the economy and long term benefits to the environment If you would like guidance on recycling and sustainable waste disposal please visit their website for further information www wrap org uk 16 Sustainable DIY If you are planning to carry out DIY it is important to choose the most suitable materials for the job Here are some tips to ensure that you chose products that are sustainable and are not hazardous to your health Timber the timber you choose can have an impact on the environment Materials that are less environmentally damaging don t necessarily cost more often perform well and many are widely available For e
27. neral information on energy efficiency One of the key considerations when your house was being designed was the needed to be energy efficient so your home was built using the latest construction methods and environmentally friendly products There are simple steps that you can take that will also improve your home s energy efficiency With help from the Energy Saving Trust here are some simple steps that you can take Turn your thermostat down Reducing your room temperature by 1 C coulc your heating bills by up to 10 percent and typically saves around 55 per y If you have a programmer set your heating and hot water to come on when required rather than all the time Is your water too hot Your cylinder thermostat should be set at 60 C 140 Close your curtains at dusk to stop heat escaping through the windows E check for draughts around windows and doors Always turn off the lights when you leave a room IB Don t leave appliances on standby and remember not to leave laptops a mobile phones on charge unnecessarily Only boil as much water as you need but remember to cover the elemen we you re using an electric kettle If possible fill up the washing machine tumble dryer or dishwasher one load uses less energy than two half loads A dripping hot water tap wastes energy and in one week wastes enough water to fill half a bath so fix leaking taps and make sure they re fully tui off 12
28. ng them use less energy Although this is good for reducing bills and the environment there is a much simpler and cheaper way to reduce costs To reduce the energy costs of running appliances you should make sure that your buying electricity and gas from one of the cheaper suppliers Most people can save a significant amount of money each year even if they ve already changed suppliers before These savings can be far greater than the savings you could make by replacing an appliance with one that uses less energy We don t need to get obsessive about constantly transferring to the cheapest energy supplier but it does make sense to at least check we aren t paying way over the odds by keeping an eye on competitive tariffs organic food procurement food growing local produce Stroud Farmers Market Stroud Farmers Market is the busiest and most popular farmers market in the South West and also winner of the South West Farmers Market of the Year 2007 Held weekly in and around Cornhill Market Place from 9am to 2pm there are over 40 stalls selling local produce Every Saturday Cornhill Market Place 9am 2pm 01453 dE Organised By Made In Stroud Email info madeinstroud org Global Organic Markets Unit 5 Canal Iron London Brimscombe Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 2SH 13 Emergency information In case of an emergency please dial 999 Works Hope Mill Lane 01453 884123 Roa I organic supermarket co uk 13 0 Locati
29. o saving that can be made for external water use Your dwelling has a water butt provide that gives you a supply of up to 220 litres of rainwater which can be used for general gardening purposes or even washing your car Tips for outdoor water use When gardening try to use a watering can a drip irrigation system or a hosepipe with a trigger and better still connect it to your water butt This allows for sensible water wise gardening whilst still conserving supplies Pressure washers use a lot of water Use them sparingly and think about what you are doing If must use one to wash your patio furniture or bike why not do it on the lawn so the water gets recycled Lots of people use bathwater on their garden Remember this is dirty water Use it immediately and never store it Do not use it on fruit or vegetables or near children Use a trigger nozzle on your hosepipe to halve the water used and direct the water flow to the roots of your plants Alternatively by using a watering can you can significantly reduce the amount of water wasted Your roof collects about tens of thousands of rainwater each year This could fill your water butts hundreds of times with free water Use a bucket and sponge to wash your car Just 30 minutes with a hosepipe will waste hundreds of litres And using a bucket will give your car a much more precise wash If you must use a hosepipe attach a trigger nozzle Use mulch and bark in your garden to redu
30. on of A amp E and local minor injuries clinics Accident and emergency Gloucester Royal Hospital Great Western Road Gloucester Gloucestershire GL1 3NN 08454 222222 13 1 Location of police fire station Police Stonehouse Police Station 21 High Street Stonehouse GL10 2NJ 0845 090 1234 Minor Injuries Unit Stroud General Hospital Trinity Road Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 2HY 01453 562200 Fire station Stroud Community Fire amp Rescue Service Paganhill Lane Stroud GL5 4JT 01452 753333 36 14 Links and references to further information If you would like any further information on this HUG or require an alternative format of the guide please contact the following Markey Construction Unit Q1 Quadrant Distribution Centre Quadrant Way Hardwicke Gloucester GL2 2RN 01452 886 155 info markeyconstruction co uk Electronic versions can be found at the following address www markeyconstruction co uk If you would like any further information on what has been covered in the guide please contact the following organisations Two Rivers Housing 7 3 Vantage Point Business Village Mitcheldean Gloucestershire GL17 ODD 0800 316 0897 customerservices 2rh org uk tworivershousing org uk Sustrans www sustrans org uk Recycle now www recyclenow com Cashpoints www link co uk Postoffice www postoffice co uk Stroud District Council Ebley Mill Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4UB
31. ormation England gt Gloucestershire gt Stroud Cycle Route Details Route Name Nailsworth to Stonehouse Distance miles km 5 43 8 74 Duration hh mm 00 30 Difcaty ma Posted By M Lister Calories Burned 219 92 kcal login and provide your weight for more accurate calories burned Cycle Steps enlarge map Nailsworth to Stonehouse Cycle Route AdsbyGoogle Cycle Routes Bike Routes Cycle Trail Route Maps Cycle Rides Cycle Route Location Country Town City County Region Gloucestershire Start Location Nailsworth End Location Stonehouse Old dismantled railway cycle route from nailsworth to Storehouse virtually all the route is on traffic free cycle route This route has been taken from the 6 mile pedestrian cycle trail from Stonehouse to Nailsworth in the Stroud valleys along the disused track of a Midland Railway branch 21 9 2 line Level gradients and safe cycling with access points along the route For more information and to obtain a leaflet from Stroud tourist Information Centre please contact Stroud Tourist Information Centre Subscription Rooms George Street Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 1AE Tel 01453 760960 Or visit one of the following websites car parking park amp ride schemes and car hire Due to the location of your home there are no park amp ride facilities in close If travelling further afield to Gloucester you will find one at the follow
32. p IT Equipment Engelhards Cinderford There is a unit cost for a computer monitor of 7 but all other equipment is recycled free of charge There is a collection charge of 10 per trip or equipment can be dropped for free at their depot Call 01594 827744 for further information IT Schools for Africa Cheltenham Companies organisations and groups can donate old working PCs and laptops monitors and printers Bulk donations will be collected free of charge but individual items can be taken and dropped off for free For more information call 01242 228800 22 Electrical and Electronic Equipment Electrical and electronic items cover a wide variety of items including audio visual equipment lighting household appliances IT and telecoms equipment tools and even toys Most electrical and electronic equipment will contain hazardous substances such as mercury lead or cadmium so it is essential that these items are disposed of responsibly Following the introduction of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive retailers now have a responsibility to ensure their customers can return their WEEE free of charge and many now offer in store take back schemes Alternatively electrical and electronic equipment can be taken to the local Household Recycling Centre Paint The County Council provides chemical banks at all the Household Recycling Centres in which tins of paint can be deposited If the paint is wa
33. rature sensor B 672080 6200 Check that the shut off valves are open Indication of a fault in the sys 5 uc tem e g shut off valves closed air in the system or A defective solar heating system pump Check the system If necessary have the sys tem bled Check whether the solar heating system pump is working see Section 5 3 2 120 611675 13 1 1 4 Air Source Heat Pump Your home has been fitted with Daikin Altherma Air Source Heat pump These heat pumps are highly flexible energy efficient home heating system that extracts the heat 1 5 from the outside air raises this heat to a higher temperature and then distributes warmth around the home At the heart of the system lies an air to water heat pump Because of this advanced technology three quarters of the heat generated by the Daikin Altherma system is from a renewable energy source the air around us and therefore absolutely free of charge It offers triple the efficiency of the most efficient boilers and produces 2 3 5 of all heating and hot water required for your home This can save you on average 270 on yearly fuel costs compared with running an energy efficient A rated boiler Operating instructions To adjust the temperature in your home to a comfortable level and to save energy when you are away you will need to adjust the thermostat which is located in your there a
34. re three setting which you can use Auto automatic will set your heating to a present temperature program which can be personalised Man manual this mode acts as a simple thermostat which has fixed set points throughout the day The set point can easily be adjusted from 5 C 35 C using the up and down keys Off mode sets the thermostat to the minimum of 5 C that acts as a frost prevention measure Certified Timber All the timber used in your home is Certified Timber which has been sourced from responsibly managed forests This ensures that your home has not caused unnecessary damage to the environment when sourcing construction materials for your home FSC 2 0 Energy Low energy light fittings Depending on how long your lights are in use every day just one energy saving light bulb could save you on average around 2 50 a year And the light bulb will last around 10 times longer than a standard bulb and could save you around 40 before it needs replacing Fitting all your light with energy saving bulbs and you could save around 37 a year and 590 over the lifetime of all of the bulbs These savings take into account the higher cost of energy saving light bulbs With prices starting from 1 2 you ll usually recoup the extra outlay within a year Energy saving light bulbs use between a fifth and a quarter of the electricity of ordinary bulbs to generate the same amount of light So where you d norma
35. rgy Label must be displayed on all new household products of the following types displayed for sale hire or hire purchase Refrigerators freezers and fridge freezer combinations e Washing machines e Electric tumble dryers Combined washer dryers e Dishwashers Lamps Electric ovens Air conditioners Mail Order catalogues Internet advertisements and manufacturers literature must contain similar information You should expect to be provided with this information wherever you buy or hire these products Product details How to Use the Energy Label To Choose More Efficient Products and Save you Money What you get for your money Energy Efficiency The more efficient the product the less energy it needs and the more you get for your money A rated products are the most efficient and G rated products the least efficient The most efficient fridges and freezers can now be identified by new A and A markings on the large black arrow appearing against the green A arrow How much will it cost to run Energy Consumption This tells you how much electricity the product uses in kilowatt hours KWh Use the kWh figure to see how much electricity and money you might save if you chose a different model Using less electricity is better for the environment and for your pocket When you buy electricity your supplier charges you for how many kWh or units of electricity you
36. soil on your plant K 6 or vegetable beds and all for free Start composting now At least 3096 of your household waste could be composted Things you CAN put in your compost bin are Greens Egg shells Fallen leaves Feathers Egg boxes Cereal boxes Corrugated cardboard scrunched up in smal amounts Newspaper scrunched up Toilet tubes Shredded confidential documents Corn cobs and stalks string Rabbit amp quinea pig bedding Grass cuttings Tea bags Coffee grounds and filters Leaves spent bedding plants Old flowers Nettles Vegetable peelings Pond algae and seaweed v v F v v P v r4 NN SINN NM DO NOT COMPOST Meat or any material prepared with meat x Cheese Plate scrapings x Coal ash Fish x Dog poo and cat litter Washing machines washer dryers and dishwashers How well does the product perform The A G indicators here are similar to the main energy efficiency ratings and are based on European standards the test cycle used is on the label A is the best performance and G the worst Using models with A ratings for both energy efficiency and performance together with lower than average water consumption will save you the most money as well as being the best for the environment Conserve water To help you choose a water efficient model the table below shows roughly how much water typical appliances use Washing machine 30 100 litres per wash
37. ter based i e emulsion and has dried up completely then it can be placed in with the non recyclables at any of the Household Recycling Centres HRCs For large quantities of usable paint try contacting the Gloucestershire Resource Centre 01452 504442 23 9 0 Public transport Details of public transport Your nearest train station is Stonehouse and is located on the map below For further enquires and train times please contact the following Bowbridge Veterinary Group lef Chest 24 Bus Route There are bus stops both sides of Midland Road just in from Oldends Lane The stops are served by Stagecoach service 20 Stroud Stonehouse Dursley Timetables can be viewed at www stagecoachbus com west To find this information yourself you can visit www traveline org uk then click on the area required and then text services and enter the post code Stroud Stonehouse Dursley Uley 20 Stroud Merrywalks 0630 0635 0710 0730 0755 0815 0835 0855 0915 0930 00 15 30 1430 Ebley Bridge Road 0636 0641 0716 0736 0801 0821 0841 0901 0921 0936 Mr 06 21 36 1436 Stonehouse High St Globe 0642 0647 0722 0742 0807 0812 0827 0847 0907 0927 0942 MEI 12 27 42 1442 Stonehouse Meadow Road 0644 W 0724 0744 c 0814 W 0849 0909 0929 v 3 14 29 Vv v Stonehouse Maidenhill Sch 0646 W 0726 0746 0816 W 0851 0911 0931 v ER 16 31 Y v Stonehouse Park Road 0649 0829 0944 3 44 1444 Oldends Lane 0653 0833 0948 Fe 48 1448 Eastin
38. xample using reclaimed wood saves energy and resources When buying timber it is important to know where is has come from buying timber that is FSC Forestry Stewardship Council certified or has a CoC Chain of Custody will ensure that it has come from a sustainable resource Paints amp Finishes When choosing a paint or finish try to find the one with the lowest environmental impact possible for the job if you have the choice choose a product without a hazard warning on the label a black symbol on an orange or yellow square with a description of the hazard natural or all natural paints milk paints and white washes can contain less harmful substances than ordinary paint calculate how much paint you need and try not to buy too much a lot of paint that people buy is never used look for the European Ecolabel for indoor paints EN Volatile organic compounds VOCs Most paints contain VOCs which can be harmful to humans wildlife plants and even building materials New legal limits have been introduced for VOC content in paints and varnishes used around the home VOC content must now be displayed on all such products choosing the appropriate product with the lowest VOC content you can will help reduce harmful effects 17 Think twice about projects that consume energy Some DIY projects will increase your energy usage significantly increasing fuel bills and your contribution to climate change
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