The Abingdon 52” is FDC's best-selling natural stone mantel, beautifully crafted from Portuguese Limestone and paired here with the British Fires New Forest 650SQ electric fire to create a refined, high-impact fireplace solution.

Designed as the perfect natural stone and electric fire combination, this flat-to-wall installation requires no aperture, making it an ideal choice for both modern homes and renovations where simplicity and clean lines are key.

This collaboration brings together timeless limestone craftsmanship with industry-leading flame technology, delivering a striking focal point with exceptional realism and ease of installation.

Wall-Inset Design

This listing is for the wall-inset installation, where the New Forest 650SQ is recessed into the wall behind the Abingdon limestone mantel. The result is a more traditional fireplace layout with enhanced depth and a seamless, built-in finish that complements both classic and contemporary interiors.

For the Flat-To-Wall (no aperture required) version, please see: Abingdon 52" New Forest 650SQ Flat-To-Wall Portuguese Limestone Electric Fireplace Suite - FDC

Fire Options Available

Four fire configurations are available to suit different styles and preferences:

• New Forest 650SQ Deluxe – Standard Glass
• New Forest 650SQ Deluxe – Anti-Reflective Glass
• New Forest 650SQ Black Edition – Standard Glass
• New Forest 650SQ Black Edition – Anti-Reflective Glass

Deluxe Edition – Depth & Illusion

The Deluxe Edition is designed to impress, creating exceptional depth and visual intrigue within the firebox.

Mirrored rear glass enhances the flame effect, giving the illusion that flames are rising through the logs for a truly captivating display.

What’s Included:

• Rear Mirrored Glass ✔
• Deluxe Real Logs ✔
• Rear Dark Glass ✘
• Signature Logs ✘

Black Edition – Ultimate Flame Clarity

The Black Edition represents the pinnacle of the British Fires range. Featuring rear dark glass and hand-crafted Deluxe Real Logs, this version minimises in-room reflections while delivering crisp, high-contrast flame visuals.

The result is a dramatic, immersive fire experience that brings the natural feel of real oak logs into the home.

What’s Included:

• Rear Dark Glass ✔
• Deluxe Real Logs ✔
• Rear Mirrored Glass ✘
• Signature Logs ✘

Anti-Reflective Glass Option

Anti-reflective (AR) glass is available across the entire range and adds a truly premium finishing touch.

Specially coated to significantly reduce reflections, the glass becomes almost invisible, creating the impression that the log fuel bed sits directly within the room. Flame visuals appear sharper, colours more vibrant, and overall realism is enhanced for a strikingly immersive effect.

A Timeless Fireplace with Modern Performance

The FDC Abingdon 52” with New Forest 650SQ is an exceptional choice for those seeking the elegance of real limestone combined with the latest electric fire technology. With multiple fire and glass options available, this fireplace can be tailored to suit both contemporary and classic interiors — delivering warmth, atmosphere, and standout visual appeal.