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Bonfires and Fireworks

Bonfire Night and Firework Displays

The Council do not organise any Bonfire and Firework Displays. Please check local press and social media for further information on local bonfire and firework events.

Air pollution from bonfires and smoke

Whilst you may have a bonfire at a domestic property, we do not promote burning household waste. Burning household waste can reduce the air quality of our borough and can pose a risk to health.

Be aware that:

  • burning waste may cause a smoke nuisance to your neighbours
  • bonfires can get out of hand and be dangerous, putting additional pressures on emergency services
  • we can prosecute you, or issue fines up to £400, if you're caught fly-tipping

Bonfires on public land are illegal. Anyone caught building a bonfire could be fined for fly-tipping.

Report fly-tipping

Alternatives to bonfires

Think about practical alternatives for disposing of waste other than bonfires, such as:

  • composting
  • recycling
  • taking your waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

Find a Household Waste Recycling Centre

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