Outdoor Heating

Outdoor Heating for Gardens and Patios
Outdoor heating can help you enjoy a garden, patio or decking area for longer when the temperature drops. Whether you want controllable heat around an outdoor dining space or the atmosphere of a real flame beside your seating area, choosing the right product starts with how and where you plan to use it.

Our range includes Fire pits, Electric Patio Heaters, and Gas Patio Heaters, giving you practical options for outdoor dining, relaxing, and entertaining. Compare the heat source, output, dimensions, placement requirements, and product features before choosing the best option for your space.

Find the Right Type of Outdoor Heating

FIRE PITS FOR WARMTH AND ATMOSPHERE
Fire pits create a warm, sociable focal point for patios and garden seating areas. Unlike a patio heater, a fire pit provides a visible flame and radiates warmth around the surrounding space, making it a natural centrepiece for evenings outdoors.

The range includes traditional bowls, square and rectangular designs, chimney-style models and products with useful features such as grills, safety mesh or log storage. Check the individual product description for fuel guidance, dimensions, materials and included accessories.

ELECTRIC PATIO HEATERS FOR TARGETED WARMTH

Electric Patio Heaters provide convenient, targeted warmth in suitable outdoor spaces with access to the correct power supply. Depending on the design, an outdoor electric heater may be freestanding, wall-mounted, hanging, table-top or integrated into outdoor furniture.

Electric models are a practical option when you want quick, controllable heat without storing a gas bottle or managing a live flame. Compare the wattage, heat settings, controls, dimensions, mounting or placement requirements and stated outdoor suitability of each product.

GAS PATIO HEATERS FOR POWERFUL, FLEXIBLE HEATING

Gas Patio Heaters are designed to provide strong outdoor heat without being tied to an electrical socket. They work well on larger patios and around outdoor dining or entertaining areas where the heater may need to be moved between uses.

Freestanding and pyramid-style gas heaters can combine adjustable warmth with a prominent visual feature. When comparing gas heaters for outside use, check the stated heat output, heated area, dimensions, fuel requirements, controls, wheels and safety features.

WHICH OUTDOOR HEATER IS RIGHT FOR YOUR GARDEN

The best outdoor heater depends on the size and layout of your space, how exposed it is and the kind of experience you want to create.

A fire pit is suited to open seating areas where a visible flame and atmosphere are priorities. A gas patio heater is useful when you want powerful, adjustable heat and flexible positioning. An electric patio heater is a good choice for targeted warmth where a suitable outdoor electrical supply is available.

Think about where people will sit or stand, not simply where the heater will fit. Heat output and coverage matter, but wind, shelter, mounting height and the distance between the heater and the people using the space can also affect how the warmth feels.

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING OUTDOOR HEATING

Use the following points to narrow down the most suitable products:

• Available space: Measure the patio, decking or seating area and allow for the clearances stated by the manufacturer.
• Open or sheltered position: An exposed garden can feel very different from a more sheltered patio, particularly in windy conditions.
• Heat type: Decide whether you want the atmosphere of a live flame or direct, adjustable heat from a patio heater.
• Fuel or power: Confirm that you can safely accommodate the required fuel or suitable electrical supply.
• Output and heated area: Compare the manufacturer’s specifications with the area and number of people you want to warm.
• Position and portability: Check the footprint, height, weight, wheels, mounting requirements and storage needs.
• Controls and protection: Look for relevant heat settings, shut-off features, weather suitability and compatible covers where specified.

Outdoor Heating for Dining, Relaxing and Entertaining

For outdoor dining, choose a heater that can direct warmth towards people without obstructing chairs, serving space or walking routes. A gas or electric patio heater can be useful around dining tables and standing areas because the heat can be controlled without creating an open fire in the centre of the space.

For relaxed lounge seating, a fire pit can create a welcoming central feature and encourage people to gather around it. Make sure the design suits the available surface and that the manufacturer’s required clearances can be maintained.

In compact gardens or balconies, prioritise the product’s dimensions and approved placement rather than choosing on output alone.

Using Outdoor Heating Safely

Every outdoor heater should be installed, positioned and used in accordance with its individual manufacturer instructions. Check all required clearances, ventilation, fuel or electrical requirements and weather restrictions before use.

Only position a heater beneath a gazebo, canopy or other covered area if the manufacturer explicitly confirms that the product is suitable for that setting.

Keep the heater stable and away from busy access routes. Allow it to cool fully before moving, cleaning, covering or storing it, and inspect the product and its connections as directed by the manufacturer.

Why Buy Outdoor Heating from Cannock Chase Garden Sales?

Cannock Chase Garden Sales is a family-run garden retailer based in Staffordshire. Our outdoor heating collection brings together practical products for garden dining, relaxing and entertaining, with individual specifications and ordering options shown on each product page.

You can compare current products and prices online, check the delivery information for the item you are considering and contact our team if you need to clarify a specification before ordering.

• A family-run Staffordshire garden business
• Outdoor heating options for patios, decking and garden seating areas
• Product dimensions, outputs and selectable options shown where supplied
• Secure online payment
• Telephone and email support for product questions

Outdoor Heating FAQs

WHAT IS OUTDOOR HEATING?
Outdoor heating includes products designed to provide warmth in gardens, patios, terraces and other open-air spaces. Common options include gas patio heaters, electric patio heaters and fire pits.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A FIRE PIT AND A PATIO HEATER?
A fire pit produces warmth around a visible flame and creates a social focal point. A patio heater provides more controlled heat from a gas or electric source and is often used around outdoor dining, seating or standing areas.
IS A GAS OR ELECTRIC PATIO HEATER BETTER?
Gas patio heaters are useful when you want strong heat and flexible positioning without relying on an electrical socket. Electric patio heaters suit spaces with the correct power supply and can provide convenient, targeted warmth.

The better option depends on your garden layout, preferred position and the individual product requirements.
WHAT SIZE PATIO HEATER DO I NEED?
Measure the area you want to warm and compare the output and stated heated area of each product. Consider whether the space is open or sheltered, where people will be positioned and whether the heater can be placed at the distance and height specified by the manufacturer.
CAN AN OUTDOOR HEATER BE USED UNDER A GAZEBO OR COVERED PATIO?
Only use an outdoor heater in a covered position if the manufacturer explicitly approves that use and all ventilation, clearance and installation requirements can be met. Never assume that a product is suitable for a gazebo, canopy or enclosed space without checking its instructions.

SHOP OUTDOOR HEATING
Explore the outdoor heating products above to find an option for your patio, decking or garden seating area. Compare the product specifications and available options, or contact Cannock Chase Garden Sales if you need to confirm a detail before ordering.