Aarrow / Arada Stoves Review (2026)
UK-made in Axminster, Devon. Strong mid-market value with a lifetime stove-body warranty. The Ecoburn range is one of the UK’s most-installed mid-market wood-burner families.
Aarrow / Arada at a glance
Arada Stoves Ltd unifies the historic Aarrow, Villager, and Stratford brands under a single corporate identity (rebranded 2015). British-made for over 40 years. Mid-market positioning with notable depth in the £1,000–£2,000 range.
Standard warranty: lifetime on the stove body (subject to T&Cs and authorised-dealer registration). UK manufacture means short lead-times on spares and strong after-sales support.
Current Aarrow / Arada range (2026)
| Model | kW | RRP | Certification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamlet Solution 4 | 4.5 | £670 | DEFRA, Ecodesign | Entry-level multifuel. Best UK budget pick under £750. |
| Hamlet Solution 5 | 5.0 | £779 | DEFRA, Ecodesign | Slightly larger entry option. |
| Ecoburn Plus 5 (S3) | 4.9 | £1,449 | DEFRA, Ecodesign | Triple air control. Multifuel. |
| Ecoburn 5 (S3) | 4.9 | £1,379 RRP / ~£1,185–£1,259 street | DEFRA, clearSkies 4 | Most-installed Aarrow. Direct rival to Hunter Herald 5. |
| Ecoburn 5 Widescreen (S3) | 4.9 | £1,499 | DEFRA, clearSkies 4 | Wider viewing window. |
| Ecoburn 7 (S3) | 7.0 | £1,599 | DEFRA, clearSkies 4 | Larger output multifuel. |
| Farringdon Small Eco | 4.9 | £1,749 RRP / ~£1,574 street | DEFRA, clearSkies, EPA | Premium contemporary. Cast-iron door. |
| Farringdon Medium Eco | 8.0 | £2,037 RRP / ~£1,833 street | DEFRA, clearSkies | Larger Farringdon — design-led mid-market. |
| Farringdon Catalyst Eco | 11.4 | £3,165 RRP / ~£2,848 street | DEFRA, clearSkies | Catalytic combustion for highest efficiency. |
| Hoxton 7 Log Store Low Eco | 7.0 | £3,048 RRP / ~£2,743 street | DEFRA | Tall slimline with integrated log store. |
Calculate your Aarrow install cost
Aarrow models sit in the entry to mid tier. The Hamlet Solution 4 (£670) keeps your install at the lower end of the cost range.
Open the calculatorThe Ecoburn 5 — the mid-market workhorse
The Ecoburn 5 (£1,379, 4.9kW multifuel, clearSkies Level 4) is Aarrow’s most-installed model and competes directly with the Hunter Herald 5 and Stovax Stockton 5 in the £1,000–£1,500 UK mid-market. Triple air control, durable steel body, cast-iron door.
For widescreen viewing, the Ecoburn 5 Widescreen (£1,499) extends the glass area. The Ecoburn 7 (£1,599, 7.0kW) is the same family scaled up for larger rooms.
The Farringdon range — design-led premium
Farringdon is Arada’s premium contemporary line, with cast-iron doors, clearSkies certification, and notably efficient combustion. The Farringdon Catalyst Eco (£3,165 RRP, 11.4kW) uses catalytic combustion for one of the highest efficiency figures in the UK market. Comparable to Charnwood’s Aire range on positioning.
Pricing vs UK alternatives
- Entry: Hamlet 4 at £670 vs Hunter Herald 4 at ~£1,040 vs Charnwood Country 4 at £1,049 — Aarrow is the cheapest UK entry point.
- Mid: Ecoburn 5 at ~£1,220 street vs Hunter Herald 5 at ~£1,165 vs Stovax Stockton 5 at ~£1,210 — within £60 of each other. Aarrow wins on clearSkies Level 4 certification at this price point.
- Premium contemporary: Farringdon Small at £1,749 RRP (~£1,574 street) vs Charnwood Aire 5 at £1,659 — similar positioning, cast-iron door is the visual differentiator.
Where to buy
- GR8 Fires — online, extensive Arada range
- Glowing Embers — Stourport, transparent pricing
- Stovesonline — Devon, local to the Arada factory
- Also Bowland Stoves, The Stove House, Castfireplaces, Stovebay, Direct Stoves
Should you buy an Aarrow / Arada?
Yes, if: you want UK-made build quality with a lifetime warranty at honest mid-market prices. The Ecoburn 5 is arguably the best £1,300 UK wood-burner in 2026.
Consider Charnwood instead, if: you want the Premier Dealer warranty package with 3 years on consumables (only Charnwood offers this) or you specifically want clearSkies Level 5 on a contemporary design.
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Get quotesFrequently asked questions
Are Aarrow and Arada the same brand?
Yes — Arada Stoves Ltd is the parent company; Aarrow is the historic brand name. Arada also owns Villager and Stratford. All are designed and manufactured in Devon, UK.
Which Aarrow stove is best for a small UK living room?
The Hamlet Solution 4 (£670, 4.5kW multifuel) or the Ecoburn 5 (£1,379, 4.9kW multifuel, clearSkies Level 4). Both stay below the 5kW air-vent threshold for older UK homes.
What’s the warranty on an Arada/Aarrow stove?
Lifetime guarantee on the stove body (subject to T&Cs and registered installation by an authorised dealer) on most current models. Strong UK-based parts pipeline from the Devon factory.
Is the Aarrow Farringdon worth the premium?
For design-led buyers: yes. The Farringdon range (£1,749–£3,165 RRP) is Arada’s premium contemporary line with cast-iron doors, clearSkies certification, and notably efficient combustion (US EPA-approved on some variants). Comparable to Charnwood’s Aire range.