Help with energy efficiency, household costs and getting around locally
If you’re looking for support to improve your home’s energy efficiency, reduce household bills, or access useful local travel information, we’ve brought together a range of trusted organisations and resources covering both Staffordshire and Cheshire.
Support services
These organisations can help you make your home more energy efficient, comfortable and affordable. You can refer yourself or someone else by visiting their websites directly.
Green Doctor
Green Doctor helps UK residents stay warm, stay well and save money on household bills. They offer free, impartial advice and support to help reduce energy use and improve comfort at home.
Cost of appliances
Want to know how much energy your appliances use and how much they cost to run? This tool helps you compare average energy use and running costs so you can make smarter choices.
Beat the Cold
Beat the Cold supports people in Staffordshire to stay warm and healthy. Their advice includes practical help on reducing energy use and dealing with issues such as damp, mould and cold-related health risks.
LEAP
LEAP is a free service that helps you keep your home warm and lower your energy bills. They can provide advice, support and, where eligible, access to free energy-saving products.
MoneySavingExpert
MoneySavingExpert is a trusted source of guides, tips and tools covering energy, banking, insurance, travel, shopping and everyday savings to help your money go further.
Useful information
Practical links for energy-saving guidance and local travel information across Staffordshire and Cheshire.
Energy saving tips
Discover practical, easy-to-follow energy-saving tips from Groundwork’s Green Doctors. Learn how to reduce your bills and improve your home’s efficiency.
Local cycling routes in Staffordshire
Plan your next cycle route with Staffordshire’s official cycle journey planner. Explore local routes and make everyday journeys more active and affordable.
Local cycling routes in Cheshire
Discover journey planners and local route maps across Cheshire, helping you find practical, scenic and safer routes for cycling and walking.
Local bus timetables
Find bus timetable and journey-planning information for both Staffordshire and Cheshire, whether you’re commuting, attending appointments or planning a day out.