Bonfire Night can be great fun. Wrapping up warm, throwing on your wellies and watching a local firework display can be one of the highlights of the year and the kids love the excuse to stay up slightly later than usual, eat lots of yummy food and be amazed by the sparkling sky.

However, it can also be dangerous and cause a lot of damage to your garden, particularly if you decide to have a bonfire or firework display on your own property.

But how can you ensure that everything is protected?

We've put together a few tips to make sure that your garden and home stays in perfect condition and your family stay safe this year...

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So, you've read about the benefits of wood burning stoves, and you're thinking of taking the plunge. But what do you need to consider before buying a wood burner?

Here are some of the key things you need to think about when it comes to buying a wood burning stove for your home.

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With summer now fading into autumn, the temperature has started to drop and will continue to do so as we head towards winter.

Some people may have already had the heating on in recent weeks during a couple of chilly evenings, and many others won't be far behind. But as winter begins to loom, have you thought about trying a wood burning stove as an alternative heat source for your home?

Wood burners are an effective way to heat up a room (or rooms) in your house, and can be a great alternative to your usual central heating.

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