British Fires New Forest 870 Electric Fire

Air Curtain Technology is British Fires' patented system that disperses heat through a concealed channel behind the glass. Unlike conventional electric fires with visible heater vents or grilles, ACT allows the front glass to sit completely flush with your wall. The result is a seamless, frameless look that integrates the fire into your wall surface rather than sitting proud of it.

**Signature** features a convincing ceramic log set with bark, husk, and slate pieces. The logs are loose components you arrange yourself — forest view, slate view, or diamond light configurations. Rear mirrored glass is standard.

**Deluxe** upgrades to genuine oak logs from UK forests, individually scorched and charred by hand. Each model size has its own unique campfire-style arrangement, set solidly in place for easy installation. Rear mirrored glass is standard.

**Black Edition** pairs dark rear glass with Deluxe Real Logs for the most dramatic visual effect. The dark glass absorbs excess light and reduces reflections, putting the flame and fuel bed detail centre stage.

The New Forest range comes in six widths, each suited to different spaces. The 650SQ at 652mm wide is ideal for small fireplaces, chimney breasts, and compact rooms where space is tight. The 870 at 870mm is the most versatile — it suits standard rooms and works in almost any installation. For medium-sized rooms where you want balanced presence without overwhelming the space, the 1200 at 1200mm is the sweet spot. If you're building a media wall around a 55 or 65 inch TV, the 1600 at 1600mm lines up perfectly. The 1900 at 1900mm is designed for large rooms and grand media wall installations where you want serious visual impact. And the 2400 at 2400mm is the ultimate statement piece — the widest model, created from two fires joined together, built for the largest TVs and the most dramatic focal points. Start with your room size or TV width, then match the fire to it.

The New Forest is designed for straightforward installation by a competent DIYer or tradesperson. Each fire comes with a kit for front-facing, cornered, or three-sided installation. However, because part of the fire is concealed behind the wall, we recommend having the fire on site before starting the build. For electrical connection, a qualified electrician should hardwire the unit to a fused connection point.

SCHOTT AR glass is an optional upgrade on all New Forest models. It reduces reflections on the front and side glass by up to 80%, giving you a clearer, more immersive view of the flame effect and fuel bed. If your fire will face windows, bright lights, or glossy surfaces, the AR upgrade makes a noticeable difference. On Signature and Deluxe models with mirrored rear glass, the combination of AR front and mirrored rear creates exceptional visual depth.

Yes. The Deluxe Real Logs are crafted from genuine oak sourced responsibly from UK forests (Dorset suppliers). Each log is individually scorched and charred by hand, then set solidly into place. Because they're natural wood products, no two fuel beds are identical — there will be minor variations in grain, colour, and texture. This is part of their authenticity, not a flaw.

Yes. All New Forest models allow you to run the LED flame effect independently of the heater. This means you can enjoy the visual ambience year-round without any heat output. When you do want warmth, the thermostatic control maintains your set temperature between 17°C and 27°C.

The LED flame effect can be set to three colours: Orange — traditional warm flame tones, Pink— softer, contemporary glow, Blue — modern, atmospheric effect. You can switch between them using the remote control to match your mood or décor.

All New Forest models require a standard 220–240V AC supply with a 13-amp fused connection. The 1500W heat output is equivalent to a conventional electric heater. The 2400 model uses two 1500W elements (3000W total) and requires two separate supplies.