Smoke control areas

If you live in or near a city in the UK then the chances are that you are in or near a smoke control area. This means that the burning of non smokeless fuels is not allowed unless they are burnt on an approved appliance. Smoke control areas are a good idea - they have greatly improved the air quality in the UK's cities and reduced deaths from respiratory problems.

Using a wood stove in a smokeless zone or smoke control area

As long as you burn seasoned wood on a stove that has been tested and approved for burning wood in a smoke control area then this is fine. There are many types of stove to choose from - simply see our wood stoves for smokeless zones page for more information.

Do I live in a smoke control area?

To find out if you live in a smoke control area simply visit the UK Smoke Control Areas website