Bonfires

There are no laws against having a bonfire, but there are laws for the nuisance they can cause.

• Bonfires must not be lit to cause a nuisance to neighbouring premises
• There are no times when bonfires may be lit as of right
• You cannot burn household waste if it will cause pollution or harm people's health
• Smoke emission from any source that causes a nuisance must be avoided
• Some woody garden waste, e.g. fruit canes, can be burnt if dry before burning
• Any bonfire that is considered to be essential must be carefully started with a small amount of dry material, and properly attended
• Do not place green plant material on a bonfire
• Under no circumstances should a bonfire be left to smolder - put water on it, if necessary
• Avoid burning demolition waste