Going green focus at Strathpeffer showcase

A chance to go for a spin on an electric bike and car and find out how to minimise home energy costs and grow your own food will all showcased at the Strathpeffer Community Centre event on Saturday.

Strathpeffer Saves, funded by the Scottish government’s Climate Challenge Fund, is behind the event. Development worker Cameron Duncan said: “Strath Eco Gathering promises to be a great day out for local families with lots of free activities, including test driving an electric car, having a go on an electric bike, a mechanic checking your bike over for winter and fun activities for children about their environment”

“We hope that the local community will enjoy learning about things they can do to make a difference and help tackle climate change as well as benefitting your heath and saving you money”

More information about the event and what’s on offer s available on Strathpeffer Community centre’s Facebook page.

It runs from 11am to 3pm and will be opened by MSP Maree Todd, who lives locally.