Once a regular weekend event, Garden Bonfires are now fewer and further between since recycling, reusing and composting got to the top of the green agenda.
There are still occasions when a fire is the right way to go and I use one of these dustbin burners. The holes at the bottom provide air flow and the chimney restricts the amount of flying debris.
I collect the none compostable (often diseased) wood and brash in the bin until I have a load then set fire to it. After 4-5 years the bin bottom burns through and I need a new bin.
For large chunks of wood I used to have a November 5th fire but now with chimineas and Council recycling they have gone the way of Guy Fawkes.

Burning Tips

• Avoid excessive smoke by burning dry material not soggy wet compostable stuff.
• Do not burn plastic, foam, paint, rubber or household rubbish.
• Be safe by not using oil, methylated spirits, or petrol to light or encourage a fire.
• Avoid lighting fires in unsuitable weather conditions such as damp, still days or when the wind will blow smoke over roads or into neighbours gardens
• Try to avoid bonfires when people want to enjoy their gardens such as weekends or Bank Holidays.
• Wood ash contains potassium and is good for root crops bulbs etc.