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For people living off-grid, whether that’s by choice or necessity, we understand how important it is that every appliance works reliably and at its most efficient. A Heritage Range Cooker offers true versatility with flexible fuel options, including biofuels, oil and electric models, compatibility with modern heating systems and provides cooking, hot water and warmth in remote settings. This makes self-sufficiency more comfortable, more efficient (for both energy and space) and easier to maintain.
When we picture off-grid living, we think of homes where energy is generated, stored and used with real care. In that environment, an appliance cannot be single purpose or difficult to run. It must work with whatever resources the homeowner has, and it must be dependable year after year. This is exactly why a Heritage suits this set-up so well.
Every Heritage is hand-built in Cornwall using robust materials and proven engineering. Our oil-fired models are particularly well-suited to full off-grid living, running on kerosene, diesel or approved biofuels, and they require only a very low electrical demand. This means they can operate completely off-grid, even in locations with limited or irregular access to mains power.
Our electric models are also chosen by households with their own solar installation or narrowboats that generate their own electricity. They are engineered for exceptional heat retention through a combination of cast iron fronts, heavy section steel bodywork and layered insulation. This allows them to maintain steady temperatures with far lower electrical energy cycling than converted electric range cookers. However, every installation is different, so speak with us directly to understand what will work best in your particular home.
One of the strongest examples of off-grid adaptability is the Heritage Compact Oil Range Cooker. Its smaller footprint makes it ideal for cottages with limited room or wide beam houseboats where space must be planned carefully. Despite its size, the Compact can support a range of heating systems including radiators, underfloor heating and solar-ready cylinders. It is capable of running 12 radiators (on average) while also providing generous hot water, giving true all-in-one functionality.
Seasonal control is another advantage. In the warmer months, homeowners do not need the full output of a winter heating system. Heritage Cookers offer timed and zoned operation, allowing users to heat only what they need, such as hot water on its own. This reduces fuel use and helps match the cooker’s demand to the energy available, which is ideal for homes that depend on stored fuel or solar generation.
Durability and long-term support are essential for off grid living, so we build our cookers to last for decades. The combination of heavy section steel and cast iron offers strength, sustainability and excellent heat retention. Because all servicing and parts support is based in the UK, customers in remote areas can rely on consistent help throughout the life of their range.
A Heritage Range Cooker can also be installed on narrowboats, wide beams and other live-aboard vessels. Its fuel flexibility, compact options and steady heat output make it a practical and reliable alternative to running multiple systems in a confined space. Check back for a future blog planned just for Heritage on boats.
For us, the role of a Heritage Range Cooker in off-grid living is very clear – it provides cooking, heating and hot water from one carefully engineered appliance. It works with the fuels and systems people actually use, offering quiet, dependable warmth and long-term resilience. Most importantly, it supports a self-sufficient lifestyle without compromising the comfort and quality that make a house feel like home.
If you’ve enjoyed this article, check out our post on How Long your Heritage will last.
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Penny Hardy
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