Some businesses grow from a simple idea and a lot of determination. Rural Ranges is a good example.

Based in Bridport, Dorset, this family run company has become a trusted name for Aga and range cooker expertise across the UK and beyond. Here is a closer look at the story, the services and the people behind it.

Where It All Began

In January 2017, Steve and Ali, a husband and wife partnership, decided to go it alone in business. On 1st May 2017, they officially began trading.

Since then, the business has grown steadily:

1. A small team and larger premises over time
2. Expansion into France and elsewhere in Europe
3. A first step into the USA in 2022

The website describes it as a small family business with an international reputation, and that spirit still runs through everything they do.

What Does the Business Offer?

The range of services goes well beyond selling cookers. Here is what you can expect:

• Reconditioned Agas in gas, oil, 13Amp, 13Amp Aims, 30Amp Total Control, Dual Control and Electrickit
• Full refurbishment, including colour matching and bespoke finishes
• Electric conversions
• Servicing and maintenance for Aga and Rayburn cookers
• An Aga removal service
• New range cookers from Lacanche, Bertazzoni and Rangemaster

Each of these Aga solutions is designed around you and your home, with a bespoke and personal approach.

Industry Leaders in Electric Conversions

Many owners want the charm of an Aga with more flexibility. That is where conversions come in.

The business describes itself as an industry leader in converting to Electric Classic and the newer Electrickit Advanced. These are presented as some of the most contemporary and flexible Aga systems on the market.

If you are curious about running costs, the website has dedicated pages on this topic to help you plan.

Bringing an Old Aga Back to Life

Not everyone wants to buy a different cooker. Many people simply want their own Aga to look and perform its best.

The refurbishment service is designed for exactly that. It includes:

• Colour matching
• Bespoke finishes, such as gold, brass, copper and nickel on premium builds
• Complete transformations from tired to stunning

The website also features before and after galleries, which make it easy to picture the difference.

Range Cookers Beyond the Aga

The business also supplies a growing collection of range cookers from leading brands. These include Lacanche, Bertazzoni and Rangemaster, with ILVE and ESSE also featured on the website.

For those who love to cook outdoors, there are Charlie Ovens and the Big Green Egg too.

A Showroom Worth Visiting

Seeing an Aga in person is very different from scrolling through photographs. The showroom lets you explore a slice of what is on offer.

You will find a collection of refurbished Agas on display, alongside range cookers from well known brands.

Find it here:

• Unit 5 and 6, Edwards Building
• North Mills, Bridport
• Dorset, DT6 3BE

More Than Just Cookers

The online shop stocks the essentials for daily Aga life. You will find:

• Aga spare parts
• Simplex kettles
• Cookware and cleaning products
• A unique textile collection
• Gifts and accessories, many commissioned from local artists and craftspeople

It is a lovely way to support local makers while equipping your kitchen.

Why Customers Choose This Team

Rural Ranges combines practical engineering with a genuine passion for the product. Here are a few reasons people turn to the team:

1. Every reconditioned Aga is stripped back to bare cast and re enamelled by specialists
2. Reconditioned Agas come in 48 colours with a huge range of finishes
3. Services are available across England, Wales and internationally
4. The business displays Gas Safe and OFTEC badges on its website

The company is also keen to be clear that it is in no way connected with Aga Rangemaster Limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is the showroom?

It is in Bridport, Dorset, at Unit 5 and 6, Edwards Building, North Mills, DT6 3BE.

2. Do you service Rayburn cookers as well as Agas?

Yes. The team services and maintains both Aga and Rayburn cookers.

3. Can an existing Aga be refurbished?

Yes. A full refurbishment service is available, including colour matching, bespoke finishes and complete transformations.

4. Do you offer a warranty?

Reconditioned Agas come with a 5 year parts warranty and 1 year of labour cover. Terms apply, so please check the warranty page for details.

5. How can I get in touch?

You can call 01308 488994 or email info@ruralranges.co.uk. There is also a contact form on the website.

Final Thoughts

From a New Year resolution in 2017 to an international reputation, the journey has been built on quality and care. Whether you want a reconditioned Aga, a service visit or a fresh look for an existing cooker, the Aga solutions available are worth exploring.

Start by visiting the Rural Ranges website, or explore the Aga solutions page to see what is available.