Thanks Maltron.
The house has a fire, so keeping warm isn't an issue. I'm used to power cuts anyway, and keep the camping stove handy in my current property!
I simply don't have the money for solar panels/batteries/generators but it's a great idea.
Steve
Long time lurker, first time poster.
I'm about to move into a property that currently has oil central heating and electric cooker.
The property is way above the snow line and power cuts are frequent in winter so I was considering installing a gas cooker using externally placed gas...