Camden Fires History

EXPLORE THE CAMDEN HISTORY

At Camden Fires, our story begins right here in the heart of the North East. For years, our family-run showroom has been a trusted destination for homeowners seeking warmth, style, and expert advice. We’ve proudly served thousands of local customers, helping them transform their living spaces with beautiful, reliable fires and stoves always backed by honest guidance and personal service.

Our reputation has been built one customer at a time, and our glowing reviews speak for themselves. From initial advice to aftercare, our team has always gone the extra mile to ensure every customer feels confident in their choice.

Now, we’re excited to bring the Camden Fires experience online, making it easier than ever for customers across the UK to discover our curated collection of fires, stoves, and accessories. Whether you visit us in person or shop with us on the web, you can expect the same dedication, quality, and friendly support that have made Camden Fires a North East favourite for years.

Crafted by Family. Built on Character. Carried by Heart.

Where it All Began

Camden didn’t begin with a business plan. It began with passion and a man with an eye for quality. John Moore started trading in fireplaces, furniture, and cast iron from a small back lane workshop. He had a gift for spotting the special pieces and a reputation that grew by word of mouth. Soon, customers were travelling from all over to see “The Warehouse” - chaotic, friendly, hands-on, and honest.

Among his many ventures in those early days, John also opened a shop in Camden Lock, London, an antique and fireplace centre that ran successfully for many years. It was full of character and charm, drawing in a different crowd but built on the same values: quality, authenticity, and good honest graft.

Warehouse Years

John brought more than just stock into Camden. He brought spirit. With his cheeky grin, wheeler-dealer charm, and willingness to help anyone, he made every visitor feel like part of the story. Soon came dipping tanks and furniture stripping - which led to a new obsession: restoration.

Sanding, waxing, buffing, colour matching - all done by hand and by heart. Sons, daughters, grandchildren, in-laws and friends rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in. Hard work? Absolutely. But bringing tired old pieces back to life, and seeing customers light up - that’s what made it all worth it.

Family at the Core

Camden has always been a family business in every sense of the word. Some of the brothers and sisters stayed with the business for more than two decades - houlder to shoulder through the graft and the growth.

Over the years, many friends, extended family and close-knit individuals also became essential parts of the team. Some went on to launch their own ventures, even within the fireplace world, but their Camden roots ran deep.

Growth and Legacy

As the fireplace industry boomed, Camden grew alongside it. We’ve built strong relationships with over 30 UK suppliers - many of whom we still work with today.

Fifteen years ago, John’s son Jon stepped up to lead the business. John senior never strayed far, popping in regularly to check up, share stories, and proudly watch what he started continue to thrive.

Camden Today

While restoration was once at the heart of Camden’s work, times and tastes have changed. As demand shifted, so did we.

Today, Camden focuses entirely on fireplaces: gas, electric and solid fuel setups, along with bespoke media walls that bring warmth, function and style into modern homes.

We no longer restore furniture, but our hands-on approach is as strong as ever. From design inspiration to installation, we help customers create spaces that feel just right for them.

Working closely with trusted suppliers across the UK, we have access to an extensive range of designs and products. Whether it’s a traditional hearth or a sleek, contemporary centrepiece, we guide customers through every stage, helping them find not just what they want, but what they didn’t even know they could have.

At the heart of it all is our close-knit team. We hold customer service above everything, offering friendly, flexible, approachable support with a smile. We’ll always go the extra mile (or three) to make sure every customer feels looked after, listened to, and right at home.

Still Camden. Always Camden.

Today, Camden is led by Jon, alongside his family and a close-knit team of dedicated employees. They may not all share a surname, but they share the same heart.

We’re proud to be what we’ve always been:

A place of character, warmth, and craft.
A business built by family, sustained by community, and trusted by generations.

And at our centre, still and always - the heart John gave us all.

Meet Our Team

Mr Juno

Head of Pawblic Relations

The undisputed face of the showroom. Mr Juno ensures every customer is greeted with charm, calm, and the occasional snort. With a paw on the pulse of daily operations, he takes his role seriously unless there’s a biscuit involved.

Jon

Owner & Director

Jon took over from his dad the founder and has shaped Camden Fires with a passion for tradition, design, and craftsmanship. Outside of work, he’s into travel, property, and spotting the next big venture.

Zeta

Operations Manager

Zeta keeps the wheels turning behind the scenes and the team in check. Outside of work, she’s a cold-water paddleboarder, beach walker (usually with Mr Juno in tow), and our unofficial in-house natural remedy expert.

Dylan

General Manager

Dylan wears about five hats at once handling customer surveys, managing installations, and keeping the sales side flowing. He’s always on the move, making sure everything gets done right. Off the clock, you’ll find him with his kids, planning the next holiday, or enjoying an ice-cold beer in the sun.

Kris

Sales, Customer Relations & Social Media Executive

Kris is the friendly face customers turn to for quotes, advice, and everything in between. With Camden in her blood from grandad John, she brings passion, product know-how, and genuine care to her role. She’s also behind most of our content photography. Outside work, you’ll find her climbing mountains, exploring the Lakes, or off on adventures with her family.

Teejay

Ecommerce & Administration Executive

Working quietly behind the scenes, Teejay handles all things online from website sales and support to SEO, blogs, and admin across the Camden back office. She keeps the digital side of the business sharp and running smooth. Away from the screen, she’s all about family, days out and travel , and supporting her two teenage daughters in all of their ventures.

Jordan

Senior HETAS & Gas Safe Engineer

Jordan joined Camden at just 17 after meeting Jon outside of work and never looked back. Now one of our senior fitters, he’s fully HETAS and Gas Safe qualified and knows fires inside out. He’s the guy you want on the tools. Outside of work, he’s a hands-on dad of two, always planning the next family trip or building something in the garden.

Ryan

Senior HETAS Engineer

Ryan’s been part of Camden since a young age and has been with us through thick and thin. A fully qualified HETAS engineer, he’s known for top-tier stove installations and is our go-to expert for bespoke media wall builds. Outside of work, he’s a devoted animal hobbyist into everything from aquatics to exotics—and enjoys the outdoors and family time.

David

HETAS Installation Technician

David started as an apprentice and quickly proved he was built for the trade. Taken under Ryan’s wing, he’s become his right-hand man producing top-quality work day in, day out. His first set of wheels? A Camden van. He’s a die-hard Newcastle United fan, loves the outdoors, and often heads off camping with Ryan now a mate as well as a mentor.

Stu

Installation Support Technician

Stu joined Camden later in life, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a hands-on attitude. Though often seen as Jordan’s right-hand man, he regularly leads on niche, technical tasks and is a true fountain of knowledge. When he’s not on-site, he’s either painting, helping style our showroom, or off exploring the Lakes and Scotland. Oh—and he’s also an archery instructor in his spare time.