Having recently looked into ctv cameras (to try and catch the dirty sod who lets their dog/s sh*t right outside my dd house on the grass very where my gs get in car) you have to be very careful where you place these cameras.
I need to put one on the tree outside her home (the tree is in her garden) but! you are not allowed to place the camera where it looks on to neighbouring property or on a public highway/path etc. (apparently
But moving on,,, Aldi occasionally have a ctv kit think for around £160 complete.
Also if you are with British Gas they have a security camera (think its called a Hive) and its linked to your phone vis an app.
Obviously you need one with a continuous loop/wireless so it records all the time and has some kind of storage/hard drive. Have a google and look at reviews.
A cheaper way is Wildlife cameras but these can take a lot of batteries.
warped cutting mat - any solutions?