HIDDEN GEMS: STOVES AND BELLING BUILT IN OVENS, HOBS AND FREESTANDING RANGE COOKERS – Prescot, Merseyside

The Heritage: Stoves and Belling are two of the most established names in UK cooking, both now operating under the Glen Dimplex Home Appliances (GDHA) umbrella. Unlike most of their competitors who have offshored production, GDHA continues to operate a multi-million-pound manufacturing facility in Prescot, Merseyside, where they employ hundreds of skilled technicians and engineers.

The Verdict: Only their built-in ovens, hobs, and freestanding range cookers (such as the Stoves Richmond or Belling Classic) are manufactured at the Prescot facility. Their smaller countertop appliances, such as kettles and toasters, are sourced from overseas. From a sustainability perspective, the Prescot-made cookers are engineered for extreme longevity, utilising high-grade British steel and components designed for long-term serviceability. By manufacturing in the UK, GDHA significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with shipping heavy appliances from overseas and ensures that spare parts remain readily available within the UK supply chain for decades, preventing the throwaway cycle common in much lower-tier kitchenware.

Core Products: Built-in ovens, induction hobs and traditional range cookers.