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Review of Burley Hollywell 9105 stove

Fantastic woodburning stove - Highly recommended :)

Scott Pirie 11 years ago

Having spent what felt like an eternity researching stoves initially online and then trawling the showrooms for more information and to see the models, the search led to a steel stove, with large window, simple controls and a simple clean design. Enter the Burley Holywell!

I hadn't even seen one in the flesh, but reviews, pictures, a bit of youtube and my checklist all said this was my stove, and it is :) I initially had a few misgivings after a few initial firings but quickly realised it was the wood, not the stove. Quick to fire once there is a good ash bed to build on and easy to keep going through the day and evening. No overnight burn, but then don't require it as it takes only a few minutes to set it up again. The air wash works well and the flame picture once it is going is simply awesome to watch, better than the tv.

The stove is not too imposing in the room with its simple design and pumps out some heat. You can feel it drifting upstairs heating the bedrooms and working through the rest of the house. Central heating is hardly on now. The efficiency is remarkable. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong, but the burn is so complete, I haven't needed to empty the ash pan yet in 2 months. I know I don't burn it every day, but still, I'm impressed!!

Would I recommend it to others, definitely. I trusted my research and the looks of the stove sealed the deal. If you like the look, you'll love the ease of use, heat output, efficiency and the swirling flames in the big glass fronted door.

Now you'll have to excuse me, it's -3 degrees outside and I'm going to throw another log in the burner ;)

Stove expert replied: Great review, burning really efficiently and effectively.

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 4.2)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.4)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.3)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.1)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4.3)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 3.9)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 4)