A COUPLE have created an eco-friendly candle firm.

Gemma Coombes, 42, and husband Ben, 43, of Eastwood Road North, Leigh are trading as Garwood.

The firm uses soy blend wax from soy bean husk waste, wood wicks and steel tins for recycling purposes.

Mrs Coombes, said: “I love candles but was not impressed with the black smoke from some candles. Metal is in limited supply, with more importance being placed on recycling.”