A couple whose collection of over 30 garden gnomes sparked a row with neighbours have won their battle to keep them. Adina and Sorin Banatean, who live in Nelson, Lancashire, believed their colourful display of ornamental figurines, golden lion statues and lights would brighten up their street.

But angry locals complained after the Banateans installed a decorative well, bird feeder and a couple of pergolas outside their home without planning permission. A number of neighbours complained to Pendle Council, claiming the additions were unpleasant to look at.

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One complaint read: "The wishing well, with its large-sized flashing lights, is obstructive, unsightly and appea

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