When can you make noise in the garden in the UK?

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You work all week and the only day you can mow your lawn is Sunday.

But there’s a problem: Every time you start, your neighbour gives you a full lecture about noise restrictions in the garden on weekends.

Sure, there are rules to keep peace between neighbours, but you still have the right to make some noise.

Let me explain everything!

Yes, you can mow on Sundays

You can even mow every day of the week if you want... but not at any time of day.

Each city and village in the UK has its own rules, but generally speaking, here are the hours when you’re allowed to make noise in the garden.

❌ But be careful!

Different rules in each council

As mentioned earlier, each council can set its own mowing hours... and some completely ban noise on Sundays and bank holidays.

You’ll need to do a bit of research to find out the rules in your area.

Watch out for other garden noise!

Yes, it’s not just lawnmowers that are subject to strict noise rules.

Any garden tools with a motor that can cause significant repeated noise are affected:

• Lawnmower

• Wood chipper

• Hedge trimmer

• Strimmer

• Rotavator

• Brush cutter

• Compressor

• Chainsaw

• Leaf blower

• etc…

Some councils take noise nuisance very seriously… Not only might you be forced to stop mid-job, but you could also face a fine!

💷 How to avoid getting fined

At Yoojo, we understand these issues well because we offer a lawn mowing service 7 days a week.

Here are a few solutions to keep your neighbours happy and maintain peace in your area, without risking a £68 fine (source).

Talk to your neighbours before starting garden work

It’s amazing, but simply talking to your neighbours can solve a lot of issues.

If you give them a heads-up, they’ll usually be willing to find a compromise.

For example, you could offer to mow their lawn too.

And worst-case scenario, if they complain, at least you know what to expect!

Use manual tools

Yes, it takes longer and gives your arms a good workout, but it’s possible... especially for tasks like hedge trimming, weeding, or even mowing (if your lawn isn’t too big).

These days, there are highly efficient manual mowers that let you mow any time, day or night!

If you don’t fancy breaking a sweat mowing the lawn, I suggest posting an ad on Yoojo to get the job done by a professional gardener.

It’s affordable and will save you loads of time so you can fully enjoy your weekend!

Choose another day

The simplest solution is to enjoy your Sunday and mow the lawn on another day.

Can’t maintain your garden any day but Sunday because you work the rest of the week?

No worries, that’s exactly why Yoojo was created!

Our goal is to help you make the most of your garden. On our platform, you can easily book a gardener at an affordable price, at a time and date that suits you!

Discover our garden maintenance services here, post an ad for free, and arrange your service just the way you like... Your neighbours will be delighted!

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