Outdoor fires - our pick of the best
Looking for an outdoor fire? From Mediterranean chimineas to classic fire pits, we've picked a selection of our favourite outdoor fires
Add touch of glamour to your garden by adding a fire pit and keep warm well into the evening. Opt for a truly Mediterranean feel with clay chimineas on sun-bleached stone patios or go industrial with a sleek, matte pit surrounded by giant rattan seats on wooden decking. Toast your toes or marshmallows with these stunning designs that will transform your drab winter garden into an inviting haven, perfect for hosting dinner parties and drinks around this summer. Why not choose one of these gorgeous designs to update your garden – just in time to enjoy spring sunsets.
1. Deep Fire Pit with Grill
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Enjoy heat and BBQ style cooking in the comfort of your own garden with this stylish La Hacienda Deep Firepit with cooking grill.
Buy now: Deep Fire Pit with Grill, £75, House of Fraser
2. Colca Clay Chiminea
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The Colca Clay Chiminea will add warmth, ambience and will undoubtedly become a great feature in any garden.
Buy now: Colca Clay Chiminea, £40, Homebase
3. Petra Fire Pit
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Beautiful hand cut marble tiles arranged into a decorative pattern inspired by authentic Indian tapestries.
Buy now: Petra Fire Pit, £299, Marks and Spencer
4. Traditional Fire Basket
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This classic, stylish black high temperature powder coated steel firebasket is great for providing warmth in your garden. It can also be used for barbecue-style cooking with the addition of the chrome plated grill.
Buy now: Traditional Fire Basket, £44, John Lewis
5. Prima Stainless Steel Bowl Fire Pit
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The fantastic Prima Stainless Steel Bowl Fire Pit combines a stunning stainless steel bowl with a strong pressed steel frame. It has a contemporary design that will look really attractive in any modern garden or patio area.
Buy now: Prima Stainless Steel Bowl Fire Pit, £110, Worldstores
6. Outdoor Wood Fired Oven
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Bake, roast, smoke and grill on this versatile wood fired oven and it's fully lined with insulating, heatproof firebricks that keep the heat where it's needed most.
Buy now: Outdoor Wood Fired Oven, £967, Lakeland
7. Boston Steel Fire Bowl
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This traditionally styled fire bowl features four decorative curved legs, a steel fire bowl and a protective mesh cover. It is ideal for providing additional heat helping so you can sit in the garden all year round.
Buy now: Boston Steel Fire Bowl, £65, Argos
8. La Hacienda Magnesia Fire Pit
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This stylish fire pit lets you enjoy your outdoors all year around. This ornate outdoor fire is finished in a pale sandstone effect with black steel legs and a protective steel mesh lid.
Buy now: La Hacienda Magnesia Fire Pit, £200, Littlewoods
9. Cuba Cast Iron and Stainless Steel Chiminea
This matte black chiminea gives off a cool industrial look along with a warm glow that is perfect for summer parties and evening entertaining.
Buy now: Cuba Cast Iron and Stainless Steel Chiminea, £83, B&Q
10. Sky Moon and Stars Fire Pit
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This unique moon and star design is set in robust material that will complement any garden patio. When the fire crackles, watch the moon and stars illuminate.
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