Top 5 Best Outdoor Fireplaces for 2023

Imagine relaxing outdoors this summer in your garden with a bottle of wine and a lovely warm and cosy outdoor fire that keeps you warm long throughout the night. Sound good?

It can be difficult choosing the most suitable outdoor heating appliance as there are many available on the market at many different price points in many different styles.

This is why we have created this Top 5 best outdoor chimineas list for 2023 to help you decide what is the best outdoor appliance for heating your outdoor space.

We have carefully tried and tested all of the outdoor appliances so you don’t have to. We compare which is the best on a number of different levels.

An outdoor heating appliance could be anything from a fire pit to a chiminea. An essential and perfect addition to any garden space or patio.


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Pingewood Barbow

Contemporary Outdoor Fire

The Pingewood Barbow is a contemporary outdoor fire that has a large fire opening that has been designed and calculated to produce minimal smoke spillage so you don’t end up smelling like a bonfire after an evenings use.

It is available in a satin graphite or Cor-Ten steel finish that naturally oxidises overtime protecting it from the elements so you can use your Barbow season after season. It features additional accessories such as a floor plate to frame the fire as well as protect the ground it is placed upon from sparks on combustable materials.

It also has a barbecue grill for cooking and grilling with different adjustable heights. A bespoke Pingewood firescreen can be used to reduce the draw as well as keeping the flames safe from pets and kids. Log Pods are optional to sit eitherside of the fire to house your logs for easy and safe access near the outdoor fire.

  • No smoke spillage
  • Lots of accessories
  • Medium or large size
  • Cor-Ten steel or Satin Graphite Finish
  • Large fire view
  • Larger outdoor fire
  • Naturally weather resistant (no need for a cover)

A sleek, durable and contemporary outdoor fire that is built to last and will add to any garden, patio or terrace it is placed within. Part garden sculpture and garden art. The large Barbow is one of the largest outdoor fires on the market.

It has a large fire opening that creates a great view of the flames. The flue works really well at moving the smoke away from the user. For the price point, we would highly recommend ths Barbow for any patio to be enjoyed for a long evening.

The Pingewood Barbow has a raised fire viewing height for the best view especially near a table. It can be used for a garden party with friends or family or simply relax next to the Barbow with a glass of wine.

This fire is available with a black enamel base plate that pictures the fire beautifully and we would highly recommend. It also protects the floor that it is laid upon. We do not recommend placing your Barbow ontop of a combustible material when lighting.

Only £880 (Price correct at time of publishing)


RB73 Quaruba XL

Contemporary Outdoor Fire

The RB73 comes in many different shapes and styles but we prefer the Quaruba as it includes a raised log storage compartment underneath the fire. The fire is made from Cor-Ten steel which oxidises naturally creating a weather resistant layer.

RB73 Quaruba outdoor fire
  • Beautiful design
  • 360 fire view
  • Large fire viewing area
  • Potential to be plummed in (flue system)
  • Log storage area

The outdoor fire features 4 large glass panels which can be interchanged to suit your preference of less. It features a flue system which can be plummed in to create a proper outdoor fire area.

The great advantage of the RB73 is the fact that is produces little to no smoke so after long use you will not be smelling like a bonfire.

Only £1,770 (Price correct at time of publishing)


Legend Fires Garden Cube

Contemporary Outdoor Fire

The Legend Fires Garden Cube is a unique high quality and highly durable 360 degrees fire that creates an amazing atmosphere for any home garden or outdoor space. The main focal point to any patio with its four large glass flame viewing windows allowing you to view the flames from every angle.

Legend Fires Garden Cube outdoor fire

It is a very sleek and contemporary design that stands proud, perfect for an outdoor seating and covered area. The Garden Cube can be plummed in with it’s extendable flue system further creating a bigger impact and long lasting space.

The beauty with this appliance is that after a long summers evening you will not end up smelling like a bonfire. It features easy to use glass doors that keep all of the smoke intact and away from the user.

  • Contemporary design
  • High quality appliance
  • Weather resistant
  • Main focal point
  • Large viewing display
  • 360 view of the flames
  • No smoke spillage

Furthermore, it is a very easy appliance to clean. It features a grill which collects all the ash at the bottom which can be emptied when it reaches the maximum level.

We would recommend using a cover to prolong the life span of your Legend Fires Garden Cube.

Only £1,429 (Price correct at time of publishing)


Morso Ignis

Contemporary Fire Pit

The Morso Ignis outdoor fire pit is a beautiful cast iron pit that burns extraordinary well when fuelled with dry logs. With it’s raised pedestal, it is just the right height to accomodate a large flame. Great value for money, great for kids and perfect to take to the beach!

Morso Ignis outdoor fire pit
  • Easy to maneuver from place to place
  • Great value for money
  • Highly quality
  • Durable cast iron construction.
  • 360 view of large flames.
  • Barbecue grill available.
  • Raised pedestal.

The Morso Ignis is a compact fire pit that is built to withstand all weather conditions whilst accompying a good amount of firewood. It is easy to move around to place to place as it is not that heavy. It also can come complete with a grill for cooking.

Only £199 (Price correct at time of publishing)


Jøtul Froya

Contemporary Chiminea

We love the Froya outdoor chiminea from Jotul. It features a Cor-Ten steel rounded body with a flue extention. The fire seems to create an almost camp fire flame effect which is really satisfying.

Jotul Froya outdoor chiminea
  • Durable Construction
  • Weather Resistant
  • Large fire display
  • Little to no smoke spillage
  • Camp fire flame effect

It features a durable construction which gradually oxodises overtime to create a lovely golden brown colour. The body is naturally weather resistant and able to withstrand the harshest of weather conditions all year round. It displays a large fire opening taking full advantage of the flames from every angle. It produces little to no smoke.

We feel the Jotul Froya is a great modern twist on the traditional outdoor chiminea style that fills any patio with joy. It blends into any outdoor space design as well as being the main focal point.

Only £349 (Price correct at time of publishing)

2 comments

  1. Whats the largest outdoor fire you guys do?

  2. Hello Jennifer,
    The largest outdoor fire we currently stock is a Pingewood Barbow XL

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