MONEY and energy saving tips were available under one roof at West Somerset's first energy fair.

Around 250 people flocked to the Minehead EYE centre for the one and a half-day event which got underway last Friday.

Local environmental groups Forum 21 and Transition Minehead and Alcombe joined forces to give visitors the chance to check out the benefits of renewable and energy saving devices, from solar photovoltaic panels to biomass boilers.

A total of 16 companies displayed their products, with six locally based environmental groups also sharing their knowledge and expertise.

"It went very well and we were very pleased," said Lorna Scott from Forum 21.

"We wanted to give people information and ideas, answer their queries and help them find the best ways to save money and energy."

Organisers are already considering making the energy fair an annual event following the success of the inaugural fair.

Photo: Steve Guscott