An outdoor fireplace is a freestanding or built-in garden fire feature with a back wall and chimney flue, which directs smoke up and away from seated guests and channels radiant heat outward. Unlike an open fire pit, it gives you a clear, single-direction throw of warmth, which makes it the better choice for a patio with seating arranged on one side.
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Outdoor fireplace, chiminea or fire pit
An outdoor fireplace usually has the largest fire chamber and the tallest chimney, throwing heat in one direction and sheltering the flame from wind. A chiminea, a bulbous-bodied freestanding fireplace with a short vertical flue, is the more compact cousin and originated in Mexico over 400 years ago. A fire pit throws warmth in every direction and works best with seating arranged around it. The right choice depends on your patio layout.
What we stock at Fireside Boutique
Our outdoor fireplaces collection covers freestanding garden fireplaces, wood-burning models with a chimney flue and gas options for households who want push-button convenience. Brands in the range include BonFeu, Moodz, Adezz, Glamm Fire and Happy Cocooning. Sizes run from small patio-scaled pieces to larger statement fireplaces designed to anchor a garden room or pergola.
Materials and finishes
The range covers Corten weathering steel, powder-coated steel, stainless steel and refractory concrete. Corten suits a planted, natural garden. Powder-coated steel in matt black or anthracite reads as more contemporary. Refractory concrete gives a heavier, more architectural look that works alongside stone paving.
What makes Fireside's outdoor fireplace range different
We curate tightly. Every fireplace in the range is one we have specified for real customers and would put in our own garden. Free UK delivery and a manufacturer warranty come as standard.
Frequently asked questions
How close can an outdoor fireplace sit to a fence or pergola?
A minimum of 1 metre to anything combustible, with 2 metres of vertical clearance above the flue, is the standard guidance. Always check the specific model's manual.
Can an outdoor fireplace be used on a covered patio?
Wood-burning fireplaces need the open sky above the flue to draw properly, so they suit uncovered or partially covered patios. Gas outdoor fireplaces can sit under a covered patio with adequate ventilation and clearance.
Do outdoor fireplaces give more heat than fire pits?
In one direction, yes. The back wall reflects heat outward toward the seating area, so anyone sitting in front of the fireplace feels noticeably warmer than they would around an equivalent fire pit. The trade-off is that the heat is directional rather than 360 degrees.
How much does an outdoor fireplace cost to run?
A wood-burning model costs only the wood you feed it. A gas model uses roughly 0.5 to 1 kg of LPG per hour at full output, so a 13 kg cylinder runs for 13 to 26 hours.
Browse the full outdoor fireplaces collection above, or contact us if you would like a recommendation matched to your patio layout and seating.
