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Make sure the fire pit is in a clear space – the recommendation is that it’s at least 2m away from anything flammable, on all sides. A much cheaper method is to load your kettle barbecue with wood after you’ve used it for cooking. However, this isn’t as efficient as a bona fide fire pit because most kettle BBQs are waist height, meaning the heat won’t radiate quite as well, especially if you’re lounging about on low chairs. Hotjar sets this cookie to identify a new user’s first session. It stores a true/false value, indicating whether it was the first time Hotjar saw this user.

La Hacienda Tripod with Adjustable Hanging Grill

Fire pit models featuring grills or heating plates for alfresco cooking mean you’ll be hard-pressed for an excuse to go inside at all, and anything that keeps the festivities going longer gets a thumbs-up from us. Alternatively, simply opt for a bogstandard model without a grill and do your cooking on a proper charcoal or gas barbecue while the fire pit blazes away near the dining area. Anything of a nature that for hygiene or associated health and safety - this includes the Outdoor Spas, Mattresses and Divan Sets

No. Recent changes to improve the efficiency of log burners came into effect this year though. The rules on burning wet wood and purchasing house coal changed on 1 May, which will phase out the sale of wet wood by 2022 and the sale of house coal by 2023. The best cheap fire pits are a great value way to create warmth and atmosphere in your garden - allowing you to stay outside well into the evening. Think about your other needs. If it’s design kudos you’re after, go for a good-looking model with a durable finish that’ll stay smart year after year, or if your fire pit’s staying out year-round as a permanent fixture, look for long-lasting materials and an included cover to ward off the worst of the weather. And if your crew are keen campers, look for a portable fire pit that you can take on the road. For a cosy home-from-home atmosphere wherever you go, just be sure to get one with legs or a stand that’ll avoid scorching the grass.If your fire pit doesn’t include a cover, it’s worth investing in one to keep yourself protected from any stray sparks.