Sweeping in Freshford

Hi, I’m Rory. I'm based just up the road in Bath, I've been sweeping chimneys all over Freshford and the surrounding villages since 1999.

Freshford is full of beautiful period cottages, I'm lucky enough to live in an 18th century cottage in Bath and so have a special appreciation for the history of these houses.

I take care to leave all the houses I work in spotless, and more often than not, find I'm using the 'old school' rods & brushes in Freshford, for the more delicate flues and chimneys.

I've been in and out of Freshford for a long time,dropping the kids off at their friends and sweeping chimneys, enjoying a wee lunch or a quick coffee at the fantastic Galleries cafe

Your Local, Qualified Chimney Sweep for Freshford & Limpley Stoke

If you’re looking for a clean, reliable and highly qualified chimney sweep in Freshford, Limpley Stoke, Hinton Charterhouse or the surrounding villages, Swept Away Chimney Sweep provides a professional service backed by over 25 years of experience.

We are based just a few miles from Freshford, making us one of the closest and most trusted sweeps serving the area.

Why Freshford Homeowners Choose Swept Away

The Only NVQ‑Qualified Chimney Sweep in BANES

Owner Rory McBride is the only sweep in the Bath & North East Somerset region to hold the Level 2 NVQ in Chimney Sweeping — the UK’s nationally recognised professional qualification for chimney sweeps.

This qualification is exceptionally demanding and independently assessed, ensuring the highest standards of safety, technique and industry knowledge.

25+ Years of Experience

Established in 1999, Swept Away has swept thousands of chimneys across:

  • Freshford
  • Limpley Stoke
  • Midford
  • Hinton Charterhouse
  • Combe Down
  • Bathford
  • Bradford‑on‑Avon
  • Winsley

We understand the unique challenges of Georgian, Victorian and rural village properties, as well as modern stoves and flue systems.

Clean, Tidy & Professional

Every sweep includes:

  • Full floor and furniture protection
  • Thorough sweeping using modern rotary and traditional methods
  • Smoke draw test
  • Safety checks
  • Insurance‑approved certificate

We leave your home exactly as we found it — just safer.

Chimney Sweeping Services in Freshford

Wood‑Burning Stove Sweeping

Safe, clean sweeping for all makes and models of log burners and multi‑fuel stoves.

Open Fireplace Sweeping

Traditional open fires swept with care, ideal for Freshford’s period homes and cottages.

Commercial & Pub Sweeping

We regularly sweep for pubs and hospitality venues across Bath and the surrounding villages.

Bird Nest Removal

Safe, legal removal of bird nests (outside nesting season) and advice on preventing re‑entry.

CCTV Chimney Inspections

Camera surveys for problem flues, smoke issues, or pre‑installation checks.

Local to Freshford – Fast Appointments, No Travel Fees

Being based in Bath means we can offer:

  • Quick appointment availability
  • No travel charges
  • A genuinely local service
  • Consistent, long‑term support for your appliance

We’re only minutes away.

Trusted by Homeowners, Landlords & Holiday Lets

Freshford has a high number of:

  • Period cottages
  • Holiday lets
  • Wood‑burning stoves
  • Open fireplaces

We provide reliable sweeping and documentation for:

  • Insurance
  • Tenancy requirements
  • Holiday cottage safety compliance

Book Your Chimney Sweep in Freshford

For a qualified, friendly and local chimney sweep serving Freshford and the surrounding villages:

If you're looking for a local sweep whose been sweeping chimneys in Freshford for over two decades, then look no further.


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