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Exact times you can legally mow your garden lawn on the weekend without facing £5,000 finePeople will be out in their gardens mowing the lawn, but there are exact times you can legally do it

without facing a fine - and there are different rules for weekdays and weekendsCommentsNewsAmy Jones Lifestyle & Features Writer and Claire Schofield13:32, 01 Jun 2025Updated 14:50, 01 Jun

2025There are certain times you should mow your lawn to avoid facing a fine(Image: Getty Images) As 'No Mow May' has come to an end, garden enthusiasts can dust off their lawn mowers for the

season's first trim. However, they're being warned to watch the clock when it comes to weekend gardening or risk facing fines of up to £5,000.

Local authorities have the power to penalise those who disrupt the peace by mowing at unsociable hours, with potential Noise Abatement Notices on the cards if your grass-cutting grates on

the neighbours.

‌ During the week, firing up the mower between 8am and 8pm is generally fine, but come the weekend, it's best to keep it between 9am and 7pm to avoid any trouble, reports the Express.

‌ East Coast Fencing advises: "Most people naturally opt for weekends to complete household and garden chores, including mowing the lawn. However, weekends are also when noise complaints

tend to rise as families aim to relax or catch up on sleep. To prevent frustrations, pay extra attention to the timing of your mowing on Saturdays and Sundays.

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grass(Image: Getty Images) "On weekdays, acceptable mowing hours typically range from around 8am to 8pm in residential areas. This range takes into account workers who may need to start

their lawns early before their workday or later in the evening upon returning home. Weekday allowances are often slightly more flexible compared to weekends.

Article continues below "During weekends, stricter noise rules may apply due to the majority of residential homes being occupied throughout the day. For instance, many councils recommend no

lawn mowing before 9am on Saturdays and 10am on Sundays, with a cut-off time of 7pm. These specific timings may vary depending on local council noise regulations, so checking their advice is

strongly recommended.

"There is no nationwide restriction on when individuals may cut their grass; however, the Environmental Protection Act 1990 provides local authorities with powers to address noise that

constitutes a statutory nuisance."

READ MORE: 'Entitled neighbour made wild demand and then had the nerve to call me rude' Daniel McAfee, Head of Legal Operations at Lawhive, explains: "Non-compliance with an abatement notice

can lead to prosecution and a fine of up to £5,000 for domestic premises. This is not an empty threat - these fines are real, and local authorities do enforce them.

‌ "To be more precise, noise that is excessive, unreasonable, and persistent, particularly during unsociable hours, can result in abatement notices, fines up to £5,000, and in some cases,

even prosecution.

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"Avoid very early or late hours. Generally speaking, it's safest to operate noisy tools between 9am and 7pm. Notify neighbours in advance of using machinery like hedge trimmers or pressure

washers. Opt for quieter tools where possible.

Article continues below "Limit duration and avoid back-to-back noisy days, especially on weekends. Consider your neighbours' specific circumstances (e.g., shift workers, infants), and adjust

accordingly."

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