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Review of Little Thurlow stove

Yorkshire Quality workmanship

Neil Rodley 12 years ago

As a result of the many favourable reviews on this site I opted to buy a Little Thurlow. Coming from East Yorkshire, Pickering is just up the road so it was a no-brainer to pick it up direct from the factory and get a 10% RRP discount - did I say I came from Yorkshire? :-). On arrival, they seemed like a decent family run outfit, professional yet proud, helpful whilst efficient too. I was left in no doubt that the contents of the box, loaded by forklift into the back of our Berlingo, would be of quality manufacture.

I was not disappointed. Style preferences are one thing, the clean, square, modern lines appealed to my taste yet build quality is another thing completely - it's built to last, of steel and not cast iron.

Having fitted it and learned how to drive it, it works really well and throws lots of heat out. Nice big space for logs, plenty of control available (the operating instructions are excellent)it thrives on big logs and a full load.

It doesn't try to look oldy-worldy , just clean and contemporary with a nod to the past. As a family, we love it. Its' style, performance and ease of use.

Would I buy again? Most definitely. British quality at its best. Good design and efficient performance. Worth the extra few hundred pounds over a cheaper, cast iron model I'm sure.

Stove expert replied: Good to hear such a positive review of this stove. On satisfied customer!

Overall rating:

5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.8)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.9)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 4.8)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.9)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4.9)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.7)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Handle operation 5 flames (avg 4.6)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 4.9)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 4.8)