Fireside Chairs

Fireside chairs or high back seating offer extra support for the back and are an unobtrusive way to maintain good posture. Designed to be part of your furniture in your living room, they are fully upholstered in a choice of fabrics and can be supplied with options such as wings, infills and choices of wood finishes. A fireside chair for the elderly can be bought as a standard or as a bespoke offering. At Shire Mobility we use premier specialist suppliers such as Electric Mobility and Rise and Recline to be able to offer both standard and bespoke products.

From: £425

with VAT relief

From: £565

with VAT relief

From: £565

with VAT relief

Fireside chairs Frequently Asked Questions

What are fireside chairs?

Fireside chairs are usually single-seat high back chairs that give the user postural support. There are many fabrics to choose from along with types of wood and bespoke sizes. Take a look at our selection online that can be ordered.

How much do fireside chairs cost?

The cost of a quality fireside chair have a price range from £350 to over £500 depending on if you have bespoke fabric and options. Call your local store to find out more.

Can I order a two-seater as well as my fireside armchair in the same fabric?

The answer to this is yes. We offer combinations that could include a Riser Recliner, a two-seater as well as your fireside seat chairs. Fabrics can be chosen to cover all of these chairs.

What options are there for fireside chairs?

There are plenty of options available when choosing your fireside chair. This includes choices of:
  • Fabrics – our suppliers do have a range of standard and optional extra fabrics available.
  • Wood legs – Mahogany, natural and teak wood are available to choose from.
  • Sizes – Small, medium and large specifications available. These would alter seat height, seat width and seat depth.

Why are fireside chairs called ‘fireside chairs’?

It is believed that the design of the wing chair was developed in the early 1600s and gained popularity in the 18th century. Their popularity grew as the usage of upholstery and spring cushioning became more prevalent than just their original bare wooden designs. The reason for the name is that their design was ideal for enjoying the warmth of an open fire whilst reducing the effects of any draughts in older abodes.

Bank Holiday Opening Times

Our stores will be closed on

MONDAY 25TH MAY 

Re-open on the 26TH MAY with our normal working hours from that date.

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Christmas Opening Times

Christmas Opening Times

On Wednesday 24th of December, all stores will be open from 9am to 12pm and will then close and re-open on the 2nd of January  2026 with normal  working hours from that date.

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