Bonfire Question

[JakesterUK]

No I don't want a lesson in how to start a fire...

I live in a semi rural area but I'm sure there's a 'not before 6pm rule' in regards to bonfires is this correct??

[dickymint]

No rules as such.........

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/HomeAndCommunity/InYou...

[JakesterUK]

Thanks

[Flintstone]

I had a bonfire once. In February, I waited for one of those cold, misty days when nobody hangs out washing and all the windows are closed. Received a letter from the local council saying "You had a bonfire...." so I phoned them.

Me: "And?"
Cahncil: "We had a complaint"
Me: "And?"
Cahncil: "Well,ummm. We're obliged to pass it on"
Me: "Why? Which laws or rules have I transgressed?"
Cahncil: "Ummmm...."
Me: "Stop wasting my time and council tax and tell the old git at number 5 I'll be having another bonfire next Wednesday"

Idiots.

[JakesterUK]

That was it for me too, had a bonfire mid week as had some leave, only garden bits, thought do it then as the cottage next to our will be at work so minimum fuss.

Popped a note through the letterbox the night before to the next nearest cottage (retired couple) to let them know was having a bonfire next day..

An yep this morning council letter falls through the door with a 'we have received a complaint about your bonfire'....

Unreal....

[NDA]

Time for a very smelly BBQ I would have thought.

[mgtony]

Anyone else think it's inconsiderate to have a barbeque using scrap wood instead of charcoal or briquettes? (yes I know charcoal is burnt wood, but it doesn't sink as much as fresh wood).
In the middle of a lovely summers day when everyone has their windows open and washing out, neighbours decide to have what is in effect a bonfire to cook their food on, and stink the whole street out.

[Flintstone]

Jesus, which salt-of-the-earth encampment do you live next to?