The short answer here is, yes, you probably can. If your garden is private and your own (or it’s part of the property you rent) then you should be able to have a barbeque in your garden. There aren’t any laws that stop you from doing this – where you can run into issues, however, is with smoke.
Can I have a barbecue in my garden UK?
It is not illegal to have a bonfire or a barbecue on your premises, however the nuisance that it can cause, normally from the smoke, can be. Some councils also have local bylaws that can impact on when and where you are allowed to have a bonfire.
Can you put a BBQ next to a fence?
Ensure your BBQ is positioned away from any trees, fences or anything else that could be flammable. Ensure there is adequate clear space around your barbecue to reduce the risk of fires spreading.
Are barbecues legal in UK?
You can use outdoor barbecues, chimineas, fireplaces or pizza ovens in smoke control areas. If your appliance uses a chimney on the roof of a building (for example, a summerhouse), you can only burn authorised fuel unless it’s an exempt appliance.
Where should I put my BBQ in the garden?
Always place grills on a flat, clean surface away from any potentially flammable debris such as rubbish bins or mulch. The same goes for low-lying trees and hedges. Make sure there are no low-hanging branches in the vicinity of your BBQ.
Can I have a BBQ in my garden 2022?
If your garden is private and your own (or it’s part of the property you rent) then you should be able to have a barbeque in your garden. There aren’t any laws that stop you from doing this – where you can run into issues, however, is with smoke.
Do you need planning permission for BBQ?
Since 2008 barbecue huts, and other outbuildings, have been covered under permitted development. In real terms this means you are automatically entitled to planning permission without having to apply for it.
How can I stop my Neighbours BBQ smoking?
Your local council can investigate complaints about smoke from residential premises that cause a statutory nuisance. If the problem is not resolved amicably you could raise the issue with your local environmental health officer at the council.
Where should you not put a BBQ?
Grill Placement
Never use your grill indoors, in a garage, or under anything that could catch fire. Place your grill at least ten feet away from your home, or any other structures or buildings. Make sure your grill is not located near any deck rails, siding, or low hanging tree branches that could catch on fire.
How far should a BBQ be away from a house?
The grill should be 24 inches away from any combustible material.
Can I burn wood in my garden?
You should only burn dried materials, such as paper and untreated wood. Dry garden waste is also safe to burn—for example, dry leaves and old plant cuttings. Other dry waste that doesn’t have any chemical or similar substances in them.
Can I put my BBQ against my house?
At least 10 feet of clearance is required between active grills and “combustible construction.” Many apartment balconies or porches are very small, so getting more than 10 feet away from a wall clad in wood or vinyl siding is often impossible.
Is BBQ smoke a nuisance?
Barbecue smoke can be a legal nuisance, usually if it is very regular and/ or if the smoke is very bad. So, to avoid nuisance to your neighbours, please think about these simple tips: Tell your neighbours about the barbecue, and perhaps invite them.
How much clearance do you need above a BBQ?
For example, for a combustible material clearance: Combustible material should not be within 12″ of the side or rear of an OG regardless of how high the combustible material is in relation to the OG. Within 12″ of the side or rear, no combustible material can be at a level above the grill.
Can you put a BBQ against a brick wall?
With a brick house it isn’t an issue, I’ve even seen charcoal grills mounted directly to brick walls with no problems at all.
Can BBQ be left outside in winter?
If you store it outside, ideally, you could store it on a patio or deck. Avoid storing it on damp ground, like grass. If you choose to store your barbecue outside, take the time to brush off the snow a few times throughout the season to avoid accumulation.
Is a BBQ considered an open fire?
Open-Flame Cooking Device: Any device or appliance including but not limited to, stoves, burners, smokers and barbeques, that are fueled by combustible solids; including but not limited to charcoal, woods and similar materials.
Can you BBQ at the moment?
To support their efforts, the Mayor of London has asked people not to have barbecues in private gardens, in parks or on balconies, to avoid leaving any kind of glass on grass, and to safely dispose of cigarettes to reduce the risk of fires.
Can you use BBQ charcoal in garden?
Use a good quality untreated charcoal on your grill. Ash from untreated charcoal can be used in your garden. Treated (typically sold as ‘easy to light’) charcoal ashes shouldn’t be used as they can be toxic. The ash from treated charcoal will need to be disposed of in your residual waste bin (i.e. sent to landfill).
Can I BBQ on my patio?
Grill-maker Weber offers similar advice: “Always keep your grill at least 5 feet from any combustible materials, including your house, garage, deck rails and car. Never use a grill indoors or under a covered patio.”
Do you need planning permission for outdoor kitchen UK?
In the UK? ‘Planning permission is not required because an outdoor kitchen will not be considered a permanent structure,’ advises Chris Harrington of garden design practice Harrington Porter (opens in new tab).