Beltane Holford Multi-Fuel Inset Stove
The Beltane Holford Multi-Fuel Inset Stove is a smart, efficient way to bring real flame heating back under control. Designed specifically to fit into a standard 16” fireplace opening, it replaces the inefficiency of an open fire with a modern inset stove that delivers dependable warmth, excellent fuel economy and a beautifully framed flame view.
A Smarter Way to Heat a Traditional Fireplace
Open fires may look appealing, but much of the heat they produce disappears straight up the chimney. The Holford is designed to solve that problem. By enclosing the fire within a sealed inset stove body, heat is retained and gently released into the room, creating a far more comfortable and usable source of warmth.
Its portrait-format proportions are perfectly suited to existing 16” chimney openings, making it an ideal choice for upgrading older fireplaces without major building work. Whether you’re renovating a period home or modernising a traditional living room, the Holford offers a noticeable improvement in performance without losing the character of a real fire.
Tailored Installation with Choice of Trim
To suit different installation styles and visual preferences, the Holford can be supplied with two trim options:
- 3-sided trim - ideal when fitting the stove at hearth level, replacing an existing inset fire or firebrick
- 4-sided trim - perfect for raised installations or hole-in-the-wall designs where the stove sits higher within a chimney breast or bespoke back panel
This flexibility allows the Holford to work just as well in a traditional fireplace surround as it does in a more contemporary inset layout.
Balanced 5kW Heat Output for Everyday Living
With a nominal heat output of 5kW, the Beltane Holford is ideally sized for small to medium living spaces, providing consistent warmth without overwhelming the room. It’s powerful enough to make a real difference on cold evenings, yet efficient enough for regular, everyday use.
Simple air controls allow you to adjust how the fire burns, giving you control over heat output, flame intensity and fuel usage. Once lit, the stove is easy to manage and responds quickly to adjustment.
Multi-Fuel Flexibility with Clean Performance
The Holford is a true multi-fuel inset stove, capable of burning seasoned wood or authorised smokeless fuels. This flexibility allows you to choose the fuel that best suits your lifestyle, availability or running cost preferences.
Inside the firebox, vermiculite panels improve combustion efficiency and reflect heat back into the room, while a durable cast iron grate ensures reliable performance with different fuel types. A well-designed airwash system helps keep the glass clear, so the flames remain the focus.
Efficient, Clean & Smoke Control Approved
Delivering an efficiency rating of 82.3% and an A+ energy classification, the Holford is designed to make the most of every load of fuel. It is DEFRA approved, allowing it to be used legally in smoke control areas across the UK, and is fully Ecodesign compliant, meeting current emissions standards.
For newer or well-sealed homes, the stove can also be specified with an optional external air connection, allowing combustion air to be drawn from outside the property for improved efficiency and room comfort.
Practical Value Without Compromise
Built with a strong steel body and engineered for reliability, the Beltane Holford offers excellent value in the inset stove market. It combines modern efficiency, flexible installation options and real fire atmosphere in a compact, practical design that makes upgrading from an open fire a genuinely worthwhile investment.
Key Features
Multi-fuel inset stove for wood and authorised smokeless fuels
Designed to fit standard 16” UK fireplace openings
Nominal heat output: 5kW
High efficiency: 82.3%
A+ energy rating
DEFRA approved for smoke control areas
Ecodesign compliant low-emission performance
Choice of 3-sided or 4-sided trim options
Clear ceramic glass viewing window with airwash system
Vermiculite lined firebox for improved combustion
Robust cast iron grate
Optional external air (closed combustion) connection
Maximum log length: 31cm
Ideal replacement for inefficient open fires
2 year manufacturer’s warranty (with product registration)