Solid Fuel (Open) Fires

With its welcoming, homely glow and crackling flames, a real coal or log fire stirs fond feelings of nostalgia and evokes happy memories of a bygone lifestyle.

Fortunately, nowadays you don't have to take a trip down Memory Lane to re-create that wonderful warm feeling - just come to Peak Fireplaces and take a look at our amazing collection of solid fuel fires. Additionally, most of the surrounds you see on our website can be tailored for solid fuel applications. Call into our showroom for our wonderful range of cast backs, frets, firebaskets, inspired ideas and friendly, helpful advice.

We've got plenty of styles to suit both your taste and your budget, and with such a comprehensive selection to choose from, you can very soon have the delight of a real fire burning in your own home!

Solid fuel kit in Langdale timber fire surround

Solid Fuel Kits

Strongly constructed, traditional solid fuel kits come complete with fret, trim, grate and ash-pan. Suitable for burning coal, logs and briquettes, there's nothing to match the charm of a traditional open fire.

This solid fuel fire kit is shown with Peak Fireplaces' Langdale solid yew wood fire surround and is complemented here by a natural black granite hearth and back panel.

Crown Cast Back fire shown with the Richmond cast stone fire surround

Cast Arches

Arches offer an inspirational choice of period and modern styling options. You can stay true to traditional features or introduce a modern style by selecting the right combination of products and finishes. Peak Fireplaces are able to help you choose the right style for your chimney - and of course, your pocket!

The Crown Cast Back fire is shown here with Peak Fireplaces' own Richmond surround in cast stone which is available in two colours - Portland and Bath Stone.

Combination Fireplaces

Combination fireplaces are cast iron fireplaces that combine the mantel and insert. These beautifully compact fireplaces will add true period style to living rooms or bedroooms.

The fire shown here is the Kelmscott, an elegant Art Nouveau design available in either a black or a full polished finish to integrate perfectly with the style of your room.

Palmerston cast iron mantel in fully polished finish

Cast Mantels

Traditional cast iron mantels offer a unique alternative to stone and wood. These stunning designs are adapted from original patterns. They are beautifully cast and the polished option is skilfully finished by hand.

The Palmerston mantel is shown here with the stylish Bauhaus bowed fret and a slate back panel. It also perfectly complements both traditional and contemporary firebaskets.

Toulouse fireplace shown here with a limestone surround and Jazz burgundy/ivory tiles

Tiled Inserts

Beautiful hand made tiles combined with these inserts provide a stunning centrepiece. Select your favourite tiles, cast iron insert and mantel to achieve your own unique look. Combinations are available to suit all chimney sizes.

The Toulouse insert pictured here looks outstanding with a limestone surround and Jazz tiles in a stylised iris design, available in several complementary colourways.

Firebaskets

Firebaskets are as diverse and interesting in their range as any insert or combination, with an increasing number of popular designs suitable for most fireplace applications. Available in several different sizes to suit different fireplace openings.

The large swan's nest design shown here combines well with these dramatic Celtic fire dogs and is ideal for burning logs. For even more ideas, come to our showroom where you can see a number of other combinations you might like to consider.

Chimney Pieces

These large and ornate fireplaces make a grand statement. From Georgian to Baroque, these handsome chimney pieces will enhance any period setting. The look is completed with a quality stone surround - see our surrounds pages for inspiration!

The splendidly ornate Gloucester chimneypiece is pictured here with a marble surround. Its large burning area makes it an ideal choice for solid fuel use.

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