The Canterbury Club Fireplace Fender is a traditional upholstered fireplace fender designed to frame the hearth while adding comfort, structure and a refined period finish. Its classic proportions and padded corner seating make it particularly well suited to traditional interiors, country-house settings and heritage fireplace schemes.
The illustrated version is shown with antique green upholstery, giving the fender a rich, understated appearance that pairs naturally with stone surrounds, cast iron fireplaces and traditional hearth materials. The upholstered ends provide occasional fireside seating while also helping define the fireplace as a central feature within the room.
The Canterbury has a balanced, elegant design that works well where a traditional club fender is wanted without excessive ornamentation. Its proportions allow it to complement the fireplace rather than dominate it, making it a versatile choice for both formal and relaxed period interiors.
The standard internal size shown is approximately 48 inches wide x 15 inches deep, equivalent to around 1220mm x 380mm. This provides a useful reference size, although British Club Fenders are available made to measure to suit individual hearth dimensions and room layouts.
A made-to-measure approach is especially valuable in period properties, where hearth sizes are often non-standard. Final measurements should therefore be taken from the completed hearth to ensure the fender sits neatly around the fireplace and creates a balanced finished appearance.
With its antique green upholstered seating, classic proportions and bespoke sizing options, the Canterbury Club Fireplace Fender provides an elegant finishing touch for a traditional hearth.
Key Features
- Traditional club fireplace fender
- Canterbury design
- Upholstered corner seating
- Illustrated in antique green
- Standard 48-inch internal width
- 15-inch internal depth
- Made to measure available
- Suitable for period interiors
- Suitable for traditional fireplaces
- Frames and defines the hearth
- Provides occasional fireside seating
- Classic British club fender styling
Expert Insight
The Canterbury is a strong choice where a traditional club fender is wanted with slightly deeper 15-inch proportions. The antique green upholstery also works particularly well with natural stone, brass detailing and darker period fireplace finishes.
Suitability
The Canterbury Club Fireplace Fender is well suited to period properties, traditional living rooms, country houses, and fireplace installations where a classic upholstered hearth surround is required.
Installation / Technical Notes
Supplied internal dimensions:
- Width: 48″ / approximately 1220mm
- Depth: 15″ / approximately 380mm
- Model: Canterbury
- Illustrated seat colour: Antique Green
British Club Fenders are available made to measure, with sample prices typically based on standard sizes and configurations.
Final measurements should be taken from the completed hearth before ordering to ensure the correct fit, clearance and overall proportion around the fireplace.

