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Review of Little Wenlock stove

Wenlock User

Steve Wignall 11 years ago

We are now on to our 2nd Little Wenlock , been using them for over 28 years. We burn smokeless fuel Supertherm or Anthacite the former being easier to light. Once lit in October we keep it going continuously for over 6 months, (longer this past winter), just topping up in the morning and evening and emptying the pan at the same time, Anthracite produces considerably less ash than Supertherm.. We use just over 50 k of fuel a week and once warmed up it is perfect for a 6m x 6m room so much so we often have to open doors to cool down . Given this continuous use its only to be expected to have to replace bricks and grates occasionally from time to time, no big deal.

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 4.3)
Quality of finish 4.5 flames (avg 4.5)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 4)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4)
Ease of lighting 5 flames (avg 4)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 3.2)
How well does the airwash work 3.5 flames (avg 2.9)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 3.8)
Handle operation 4.5 flames (avg 4.1)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 3.7)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 3.8)

  • Sean Gosbee said 11 years ago:

    Hi, thank you for your review which I found very useful. I'm thinking of buying a Little Wenlock and was wondering if you can sweep the flue liner through the stove or do I have to purchase an access door? Thank you, Sean.