Arada
Arada is a UK-based, family-owned manufacturer (founded 1966) of Ecodesign Ready wood-burning, multi-fuel, gas, and bioethanol stoves, selling through hundreds of approved retailers and global distributors to residential homeowners across multiple segments.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1966
- HeadquartersAxminster, United Kingdom
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Arada does
Arada is a UK-based private manufacturer of heating appliances, operating from Axminster with heritage dating to 1966 (originally founded as Lyme Regis Engineering in Lyme Regis, Dorset, and rebranded in 1979). The company designs, engineers, and produces wood-burning, multi-fuel, natural gas, LPG, and bioethanol stoves across freestanding, cassette, inset, and boiler formats, with heat outputs from 4kW to 36kW. Its product portfolio spans eleven series (iSeries, Ecoburn, Farringdon, Hamlet Solution, Holborn, Hoxton, Lagom, M Series, Stratford boiler stoves) plus outdoor products and 15+ colour finishes including the proprietary BOLD Edit and EARTH Collections. All products are Ecodesign Ready (compliant from Jan 1, 2022), most carry DEFRA Exempt status for UK Smoke Control Areas, and the range is backed by a 10-year guarantee.
The company's business model is wholesale hardware sales executed through an indirect channel: hundreds of approved UK retailers provide sales, installation, and after-sales service, while international demand is served through global distributors with a confirmed localised presence in France. A dedicated spare-parts e-commerce subsidiary (Arada Stove and Spares / aradastovesandspares.com) provides a direct-to-consumer aftermarket revenue stream. End-customer segments are fragmented across UK residential homeowners, traditional/period property owners, modern/contemporary homeowners, outdoor-living consumers, and Smoke Control Area residents. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; industry-typical reference points are ~£950 per stove unit and ~£2,000 fully installed. Brand and product marketing is driven through blog content, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok), PR via In The White Room, and customer reviews (Trustpilot, Google). No external funding, parent company, or material M&A activity is evidenced; the company appears to remain founder/family-owned.
Arada firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Arada
- Legal name
- Arada
- Website
- https://aradastoves.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1966
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Arada is a UK-based, family-owned manufacturer (founded 1966) of Ecodesign Ready wood-burning, multi-fuel, gas, and bioethanol stoves, selling through hundreds of approved retailers and global distributors to residential homeowners across multiple segments.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Arada industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Domestic Heating Appliances (Stoves and Fires)
- NAICS
- Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)
- SIC
- Electric Housewares & Fans (3634)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Biomass Heating Systems (Commercial/Institutional Boilers) (EUAAAGAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Biofuels & Renewable Fuels Switching (Biomethane/RNG, Bio-oils, Sustainable Biomass) (EUABAJAD)
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Where Arada is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Axminster
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Arada business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Stove Sales: Arada manufactures and sells wood burning, multi-fuel, gas, and bioethanol stoves through a network of approved UK retailers and global distributors. Products include various series (Ecoburn, Farringdon, Holborn, Hoxton, Lagom, M Series, Hamlet Solution) with multiple heat outputs and colour options.
- Spare Parts: The company operates a dedicated spare parts website (aradastovesandspares.com) for ordering replacement components including liner bricks, door glass, rope seals, and touch-up paints.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Wood burning and multi-fuel stoves with heat outputs ranging from 4kW to 11kW+ |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Boiler stoves with central heating integration (24kW and 36kW models) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Bioethanol stoves - easy installation, no flue required |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Gas stoves - natural gas and LPG variants |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Colour finishes - 15+ options including Original, Metallics, BOLD Edit, and Earth Collection |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Spare parts and accessories |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Arada product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Arada manufactures and sells Ecodesign Ready wood-burning, multi-fuel, gas, and bioethanol stoves across freestanding, cassette, and inset body styles, with heat outputs ranging from 4kW to 36kW. Products are sold through hundreds of approved UK retailers and global distributors, with replacement parts offered directly via a dedicated spares e-commerce website.
Product overview
Arada Stoves is a UK-based manufacturer of heating appliances offering a comprehensive portfolio of stoves and fireplaces. The product range includes wood burning stoves (Ecoburn S3, M Series, Hoxton, Lagom), multi-fuel stoves (Farringdon, Holborn, Hamlet Solution S4), gas stoves (Ecoburn Gas Medium, Holborn Gas Medium), and bioethanol fires (Solution Bioethanol S5). The company also produces boiler stoves (Stratford) for central heating integration and outdoor heating solutions (Chimeneas, Outdoor Heaters). Stoves are available in freestanding, cassette, and inset body styles across multiple collections including iSeries cassette stoves. Color customization options include The BOLD Edit (4 vibrant colours), The EARTH Collection (6 nature-inspired colours), Original colours, and Metallics finishes. All products meet Ecodesign Ready standards and most are DEFRA Exempt for Smoke Control Areas. The company backs products with a 10-year guarantee and provides comprehensive support including installation guides, technical documentation, and spare parts.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Ecoburn (S3) A freestanding Ecodesign Ready multi-fuel stove range that burns wood logs or solid smokeless fuel. Available in 5kW and 7kW outputs, with Widescreen variants offering large door glass for enhanced flame viewing. Also available in a Gas Medium variant with conventional or balanced flue options. Aimed at UK homeowners seeking compliant, efficient home heating.
- Farringdon A freestanding multi-fuel stove range available in Small, Medium, Large, and Catalyst Eco variants. The Catalyst Eco is the largest at 11kW+ output featuring a unique catalyst for super low emissions. Designed for homeowners needing versatile installation options and higher heat outputs.
- Holborn A freestanding multi-fuel stove range available in 5kW, 5kW Widescreen, and 7kW outputs. Also available as a Gas Medium variant. Traditional stove appearance with Ecodesign Ready credentials, suited to traditional interior aesthetics.
- Hoxton A contemporary freestanding wood burning stove with a modern design aesthetic. Features clean lines and uncluttered design suitable for minimal or Scandi-inspired spaces, targeting modern interior homeowners.
- Lagom 4 Ceramic A 4kW Ecodesign Ready freestanding stove with a distinctive modern white cylindrical ceramic body. Features low emission, superior fuel efficiency, integrated lower kindling/tool storage area, and self-closing door. Produced under licence by Arada's EU partner. Targeted at design-conscious modern homeowners.
- iSeries (S3) Cassette stoves including i400, i500, and i600 models. Offer an adventurous and smart appeal with recessed custom installation perfect for creating stylish media walls, suited to contemporary interior installations.
- M Series Wood burning stoves that burn exclusively wood fuel. Available with cast iron door options and various colour finishes, with Ecodesign Ready compliance for clean combustion.
- Hamlet Solution (S4) A freestanding multi-fuel stove range combining traditional appearance with Ecodesign Ready credentials. Available in 4kW, 4.9kW, and 7kW outputs, with Widescreen and Compact variants featuring large door glass. Includes options for wood or solid smokeless fuel burning and is approved for use in Smoke Control Areas.
- Stratford Ecodesign Boiler Stoves Boiler stoves that produce hot water and integrate with a central heating system. Available in 24kW and 36kW models, providing a powerful and practical heating and hot water solution for larger properties.
- Bioethanol Fires Stoves designed specifically for burning bioethanol fuel, a renewable, eco-friendly liquid produced from the fermentation of agricultural crop waste. Zero-maintenance stoves that give off impressive heat with no smoke or fumes. Available as Hamlet Solution 5 Bioethanol in 3 models with easy installation (no flue required), targeted at households wanting a simple, flue-free renewable fire.
- Outdoor Heater Outdoor heating solutions for year-round outdoor living. Guaranteed to bring life to garden parties, family barbecues, or outdoor social events.
- Chimeneas Traditional outdoor fire features that bring warmth and ambience to outdoor spaces, made from cast iron and steel construction.
- Arada Spare Parts Replacement parts including liner bricks, door glass, rope seals, touch-up paint, grates, throat plates, and ash pans. Available through Arada retailers or the dedicated spares website aradastovesandspares.com for the installed Arada stove base.
- The BOLD Edit Colour Collection A series of four vibrant, energetic colours exclusive to Arada, including Flamingo (Hot Pink), Raincoat (Sunshine Yellow), Peapod (Bright Green), and Miami (Electric Blue). Available across most stove models for homeowners seeking distinctive colour finishes.
- The EARTH Collection A series of six sophisticated shades inspired by the natural world, including Pebble, Graphite, Pine, Terracotta, Clay, and Straw. Versatile and timeless colours that work in modern and traditional interiors, available across multiple stove models.
Quantifiable outcome
- 74% less per kWh compared to electric heating
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Arada
Customer profileSegments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Arada technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
Arada partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- In The White RoomminorPR and media agency handling Arada's press enquiries, image requests, press release supply, and product loans. Contacts: Gemma Willshire and Alexandra Newell at 01892 511867.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Arada competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Contura: Swedish wood stove manufacturer with a design-led Scandinavian range sold across European markets. Competes with Arada on modern aesthetics, colour finishes, and Ecodesign-compliant solid-fuel heating.
- Clearview Stoves: Premium UK wood-burning stove manufacturer based in Shropshire with a comparable Ecodesign Ready range sold through approved retailers. Competes for the same UK homeowner and traditional/period property segments.
- Invicta: French wood and multi-fuel stove manufacturer with a broad European retail network and cast-iron and steel ranges. Comparable fuel-type portfolio and direct competition in the French market where Arada has confirmed distribution.
- Jøtul: Norwegian wood stove and fireplace manufacturer with deep European distribution and a long heritage comparable to Arada's 1966 origin. Overlaps directly on wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves sold through approved retail partners.
- Morsø: Danish premium cast-iron wood stove manufacturer with a heritage brand and wide European retail footprint. Closely comparable on fuel-type mix, design-led collections, and multi-country distribution.
- Charnwood Stoves: British-made wood and multi-fuel stove manufacturer based on the Isle of Wight with a multi-model range sold via UK dealer networks. Directly comparable in product mix, fuel types, and approved-retailer distribution model.
- Stovax (Gazco): UK-based manufacturer of wood-burning, multi-fuel, gas, and electric stoves and fires under the Stovax and Gazco brands. Direct head-to-head competitor in the UK retail channel with overlapping Ecodesign Ready and DEFRA-exempt portfolios.
- ESSE Engineering: Long-established UK manufacturer (since 1854) of wood-burning stoves alongside range cookers and heating products. Comparable heritage positioning, UK manufacturing base, and overlap in biomass and wood heating solutions.
Regional players
- Hearthstone: US-based wood stove manufacturer serving North American markets. Comparable in product category (EPA-certified wood stoves, multi-fuel) but operates in a different regulatory and geographic territory.
- Dik Geurts: Dutch wood stove manufacturer with a strong Benelux dealer network and premium cast-iron designs. Comparable in product type but primarily serves the Netherlands and Belgium rather than the UK.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Arada social profiles
Digital presenceArada compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Arada financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Arada leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Arada subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Arada funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Arada M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Arada
What does Arada do?
Arada manufactures and sells Ecodesign Ready wood-burning, multi-fuel, gas, and bioethanol stoves across freestanding, cassette, and inset body styles, with heat outputs ranging from 4kW to 36kW. Products are sold through hundreds of approved UK retailers and global distributors, with replacement parts offered directly via a dedicated spares e-commerce website.
Is Arada a public or private company?
Arada is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Arada founded?
Arada was founded in 1966. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Arada based?
Arada is headquartered in Axminster, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Arada make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Stove Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts.
Who are Arada's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Contura, Clearview Stoves, Invicta, Jøtul, Morsø, Charnwood Stoves, Stovax (Gazco) and ESSE Engineering. Regional players are Hearthstone and Dik Geurts.
Does Arada have an API?
No public API is recorded for Arada.
What industry is Arada in?
Arada's product category is Domestic Heating Appliances (Stoves and Fires). Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAAAGAE, Biomass Heating Systems (Commercial/Institutional Boilers), with a secondary code of EUABAJAD, Biofuels & Renewable Fuels Switching (Biomethane/RNG, Bio-oils, Sustainable Biomass). Its NAICS code is 33341 and its SIC code is 3634.