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burning garden waste?

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shinyhappypeople · 04/04/2010 20:32

Hi, does anyone know if it illegal to burn garden waste? we have a huge pile of tree branches and bushes we need to get rid of. Too many to go into compost bin, so would it be ok to burn them in back garden then put ash into compost bin. Ive got a feeling its illegal though. I would obviously warn neighbours just in case they were going to put out their washing!

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isthatporridgeinyourzone · 04/04/2010 21:16

No, it's not illegal to burn garden waste however if you cause a nuisance whilst doing it i.e smoke then the council can take action against you. See here for more details and advice. In reality, it is unlikely unless you are a repeat offender.

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TrowelAndError · 04/04/2010 21:22

Offer the timber on Freecycle. When I did, it was all carted off by people with log-burners.

Does your council not have a collection service for garden waste for composting?

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Wiggletastic · 05/04/2010 08:52

Maybe you could get a chimnea to burn them in and keep yourselves warm of an evening while sitting out with a glass of wine (or two)

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