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Classic British-made Charnwood wood burning and multi-fuel stoves, available to order online with installation support.
Charnwood C-Series stoves are some of Charnwood’s most popular appliances, combining simple styling, robust construction, clean-burn performance and broad model choice. The range includes the C-Four, C-Five, C-Six, C-Seven and C-Eight, making it suitable for small rooms, standard living rooms and larger open-plan spaces.
Buy Online
Order Charnwood C-Series stoves online through Hot Box ® Stoves for supply-only delivery, or request a fitted price.
C-Four to C-Eight
Compare the full C-Series range by output, room size, style, price and installation requirement.
Installed by Hot Box
Hot Box can advise on stove sizing, flue design, hearth requirements, smoke control and HETAS certification.
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Charnwood C-Series stoves buyer’s guide
The Charnwood C-Series is one of the most recognisable stove ranges in the UK. It is popular because it does the fundamentals extremely well: clean design, dependable heating, broad model choice and long-term Charnwood support.
You can buy Charnwood C-Series stoves online from Hot Box ® Stoves for supply-only orders, or contact us for a supply-and-install quotation across York, North Yorkshire and Yorkshire.
Within the wider Charnwood stoves range, the C-Series sits as the classic all-rounder. Aire is more contemporary, Cranmore is softer and more traditional, Arc is curved and architectural, while C-Series remains timeless, simple and highly versatile.
- Charnwood C-Four for smaller rooms
- Charnwood C-Five for popular 5kW-class installations
- Charnwood C-Six, C-Seven and C-Eight for larger spaces
- Wood burning and multi-fuel options depending on model
- Online ordering or installed by Hot Box ® Stoves
Buy a Charnwood C-Series Online
July 2026 UK & ROI / Euro Price Guide
Charnwood C-Series price guide
The prices below are based on the July 2026 Charnwood retail price lists and are shown including VAT where confirmed. Appliance prices are useful for comparison, but final project cost depends on model, finish, flue requirements, hearth works, delivery, installation and any chimney or fireplace preparation.
Charnwood C-Series stove prices — UK £ and Euro €
| Model | Typical option | Best suited to | UK inc VAT | ROI / Euro inc VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charnwood C-Four | Freestanding | Small rooms, cottages and snug spaces | £1,259.00 | €1,474.77 |
| Charnwood C-Five | Freestanding | Standard living rooms and 5kW-class projects | £1,359.00 | €1,597.77 |
| Charnwood C-Six | Freestanding | Medium rooms requiring more output | Confirm current price | Confirm current price |
| Charnwood C-Seven | Freestanding | Larger living rooms | Confirm current price | Confirm current price |
| Charnwood C-Eight | Freestanding | Larger rooms and open-plan spaces | Confirm current price | Confirm current price |
Note: prices shown are appliance retail prices including VAT where confirmed. Installation, flue liner, twin wall flue, hearth, ventilation, fireplace works, chimney repairs and delivery are priced separately.
Request current C-Series availability and fitted priceC-Four vs C-Five vs C-Six vs C-Seven vs C-Eight
Which Charnwood C-Series model should you choose?
The correct C-Series model depends on room size, insulation, chimney draw, fireplace dimensions, air supply and how you want to use the stove day to day.
C-Four
The Charnwood C-Four is a compact stove for smaller rooms, cottages, studies and snug spaces where a larger appliance would overpower the room.
- Compact C-Series model
- Good for smaller rooms
- Traditional and simple appearance
- Ideal for controlled room heating
C-Five
The Charnwood C-Five is one of the most popular choices for UK living rooms. It offers classic proportions, everyday usability and broad appeal.
- Popular 5kW-class choice
- Good for many standard living rooms
- Simple freestanding design
- Strong online ordering product
C-Six, C-Seven & C-Eight
The larger C-Series models are designed for bigger rooms, larger fireplace openings and open-plan areas where more heat output is required.
- For larger room heating
- Good for bigger fireplaces
- Classic C-Series styling
- Best specified following room sizing advice
Classic Stove Design
Simple, robust and timeless Charnwood engineering
The Charnwood C-Series is popular because it avoids gimmicks. The range has a clean rectangular form, strong door proportions and a practical freestanding layout that suits both traditional and modern interiors.
- Classic freestanding stove shape
- Broad model range from compact to larger room heating
- Wood burning and multi-fuel options depending on model
- Clean-burn performance
- British-made Charnwood construction
Popular C-Series settings
- Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces
- Cottage living rooms
- Modern hearth installations
- Replacement open fire projects
- Customers comparing C-Series, Aire and Cranmore
- Buyers wanting a proven Charnwood all-rounder
The C-Series is often the safest recommendation when a customer wants a quality stove with simple styling and reliable performance.
Ask Hot Box which C-Series fits your roomOutput & Specification
Charnwood C-Series outputs and specification guide
The table below is a practical buyer’s comparison. Always confirm exact dimensions, clearances and flue requirements against the latest Charnwood documentation before ordering.
| Model | Approx. output class | Typical use | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Four | Approx. 4kW class | Small rooms | Compact freestanding | Good for cottages and smaller spaces |
| C-Five | Approx. 5kW class | Standard living rooms | Freestanding | Most popular C-Series size |
| C-Six | Approx. 6kW class | Medium rooms | Freestanding | Step up from C-Five |
| C-Seven | Approx. 7kW class | Larger rooms | Freestanding | Good for larger fireplace openings |
| C-Eight | Approx. 8kW class | Larger rooms and open-plan spaces | Freestanding | Largest standard C-Series option |
Charnwood C-Series Installation York
Charnwood C-Series installation by Hot Box ® Stoves
A Charnwood C-Series stove must be matched to the room, chimney and fireplace. The installation route depends on whether you have an existing chimney, whether the chimney requires lining, the fireplace opening, hearth dimensions, ventilation and smoke control requirements.
A typical C-Series installation may include:
- Initial survey or installation review
- Room sizing and model recommendation
- Fireplace opening and hearth assessment
- Chimney and flue route advice
- Flexible flue liner where required
- Vitreous stove pipe connection
- Register or closure plate
- Cowl, terminal and chimney works where required
- Ventilation or external air consideration where required
- Commissioning, smoke testing and user handover
- HETAS certification where applicable
For homes without a suitable existing chimney, Hot Box can also advise on twin wall flue systems.
Request C-Series installation quoteUseful installation links
- HETAS & Building Regulations
- HETAS Installer Hot Box
- Twin Wall Flue
- York Stove Showroom
- Fire Spares
- Stove Pipe Components
Supply-only or installed
We can supply a C-Series stove as an appliance-only order or provide a full supply-and-install quotation.
Smoke Control • EcoDesign • Fuel
Smoke control and correct fuel
Many areas of York and other UK towns and cities fall within smoke control requirements. If your property is in a smoke control area, the exact C-Series model and fuel use should be checked before ordering.
For wood burning, always use dry, seasoned or kiln-dried logs with a moisture content of 20% or below. Wet logs reduce performance, increase smoke and can contribute to deposits within the flue.
Good stove use
- Use Ready to Burn logs
- Do not burn treated timber, painted wood or waste
- Use a moisture meter to check logs
- Keep the stove and throat plate clean
- Have the chimney swept regularly
- Follow the Charnwood user instructions for your exact model
Accessories & Colours
Charnwood C-Series colours, accessories and options
C-Series models can be specified with a range of finish and installation options. Availability varies by model, so the final specification should always be confirmed before ordering.
Colour finishes
Charnwood stoves are supplied in standard Matt Black, with selected models available to special order in colours such as Gunmetal, Almond, Blue, Bronze, Brown, Green and Pewter.
Useful accessories
- External air kit where required
- Rear heat shield where compatible
- Vertical rear flue adaptor where suitable
- Cooking plate where compatible
- Moisture meter
- Flue pipe thermometer
- Maintenance paint
- Stove gloves and care items
C-Series maintenance and spares
Hot Box can help with ongoing support and maintenance items for Charnwood stoves, including glass, rope seals, baffles, throat plates, bricks, paint, thermometers and other stove care accessories.
Regular servicing and sweeping helps maintain performance, protect the flue and keep the appliance safe in use.
Ask about C-Series sparesClean Lighting • No Kindling
Lighting your Charnwood C-Series with Hot Box ® Firestarter
A clean-burning stove performs best when it is lit properly with dry fuel and good airflow. Hot Box ® Firestarter is designed to help light wood burning stoves without kindling, making it a useful companion product for C-Series owners.
Place the firestarter in the firebox, add suitable dry logs as directed, light the firestarter and keep the air controls open during start-up. Once the fire is established, adjust the controls in line with the Charnwood user instructions.
- No kindling required
- Simple stove lighting
- Works best with dry logs at 20% moisture or below
- Useful for wood burners, fireplaces, fire pits and outdoor cooking
Lighting tip
Do not reduce the air too early. Let the flue warm and the logs establish before turning the stove down for steady operation.
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Technical Documents
Charnwood C-Series specification downloads
For detailed dimensions, appliance instructions, installation data and spare parts information, refer to the latest Charnwood technical documents before ordering or installation.
| Document | Download |
|---|---|
| Charnwood C-Series Range | View current model data |
| Charnwood Stove Range | View Charnwood stoves |
| Hot Box Charnwood Guide | View Charnwood guide |
C-Series measuring up
| Models | C-Four, C-Five, C-Six, C-Seven, C-Eight |
|---|---|
| Use | Classic wood burning and multi-fuel stove installations |
| Style | Freestanding Charnwood stove range |
| Flue | Confirm current model-specific requirements |
| Hearth | Confirm against current Charnwood instructions and site conditions |
| Clearances | Confirm against current Charnwood instructions and site conditions |
Order from Hot Box
How to buy a Charnwood C-Series online
1. Choose your C-Series model
- C-Four, C-Five, C-Six, C-Seven or C-Eight
- Matt Black or special-order colour finish
- Wood burning or multi-fuel specification where available
- Accessories such as heat shield or external air kit where required
2. Order online or request fitted price
- Order the appliance online for supply-only
- Request a supply-and-install quotation
- Ask us to confirm availability and lead time
- Send photos if you need installation advice
3. Confirm installation requirements
- Flue liner or twin wall chimney system
- Hearth size and material
- Ventilation or external air requirement
- Clearances to combustible materials
4. Receive your quotation
- Appliance price
- Accessory and flue component pricing
- Installation cost where required
- Estimated lead time
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