7th October 2024
With Autumn upon us and Winter just around the corner, now is the time to make sure that your home heating system is ready for the time ahead. Winter fuel has been in the news...
25th September 2024
We are delighted to announce that Frome RFC 1st XV & Club Captain, Geoff Taylor will be sponsored by Ford Fuels for the 2024/25 season. We wish them a great season, I'm sure Geoff and the team will do us proud...
23rd September 2024
Ford Fuels are very happy to be supporting Martha Slocombe in her upcoming football season for Paulton Rovers Ladies FC. We’re proud to be a part of the growth of women’s football...
16th September 2024
With the Government’s decision to end Winter Fuel Payments, Ford Fuels want to ensure that our most vulnerable customers don’t have to worry about their fuel this winter season...
10th September 2024
Ford Fuels are now a member of the Zemo Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme. The Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme (RFAS) is an initiative designed and managed by Zemo Partnership. The Scheme...
6th September 2024
Ford Fuels is helping you stay Gas Safe in support of Gas Safety Week (9th-15th September 2024). Local Gas Safe registered engineers from Ford Fuels are participating in Gas Safety Week...
27th August 2024
Secure your fuel price now for the colder months ahead. Fixing your fuel price has the following benefits: Know what price you will be paying for your fuel in advance. Helps balance your household budget...
13th August 2024
Why Own an AGA Rayburn? For more than 75 years, Rayburn by AGA has been the warm heart of many British homes, leading the field in central heating range cookers. With it's iconic design, reliability...
6th August 2024
1/ Arrival on site. 2/ Conversation with customer as to why site visit has been arranged (i.e. is the tank split, been refused delivery or customer has decided it’s time to change tank). 3/ Inspection of existing tank...
6th August 2024
What are Telemetry Monitors? This is a small gauge that sticks to the top of your tank (if your tank is made from metal, please let us know as we will need an adapter to fix...
6th August 2024
Weekend Boiler Servicing: This does incur an additional charge (£42) but is popular with busy customers that are only available at weekends to arrange access.
Legionella Risk Monitoring: We usually do...
6th August 2024
Boiler Lockout: If a boiler’s start sequence is interrupted for any reason, or the photocell fails to detect the flame on ignition, the control box may go to ‘lockout’. This may happen when there...
11th June 2024
Last month, Neil Priscott’s Cystic Fibrosis Trust charity cricket helped raise over £13,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. The Cystic Fibrosis Trust has worked closely with Neil’s family since the...
11th June 2024
We were proud to help sponsor this event for Craven Hunt Pony Club Show at Sparsholt Equine. A huge well done to all the Craven Hunt Pony Club members who took part in the show...
7th June 2024
We are an accredited installer for Worcester Heat Pumps. A heat pump is a relatively new technology in the UK although they are widely used in Scandinavia and many parts of Europe where there is an...
28th April 2024
Your operation shouldn’t be compromised by fuel contamination. The removal of solid particulates, water, and wet foreign matter requires multiple stages using different filter technologies and processes...
14th March 2024
Knowing that the Hullavington Village Hall Committee were aiming to purchase and install a defibrillator in the village hall, Ford Fuels and the Malmesbury Bonfire Committee have helped to raise the funds to...
14th March 2024
Oil Stoves with Wood or Coal Burning Stove Appeal. With three models in the range from 5kw to 10kw they can heat any size of room and in some cases the whole house...
1st March 2024
Benefits of Going Paperless: Efficiency: Paperwork no longer needs to be organized and tracked manually. Convenient Access: Access your information anytime, anywhere. Environmental-Friendly...
4th January 2024
With ever changing (and increasing) insurance stipulations our drivers are trained in the importance of assessing and minimising risk with every delivery they undertake. Therefore, on occasion...
2nd January 2024
Heating Oil is still the cheapest way to heat your home. We have just received the most recent 2023 statistic from Sutherland Tables (Sutherland tables is a reputable and established...
18th December 2023
BetterBURN has been developed through rigorous research and development in order for us to supply the best quality fuels to our customers. BetterBURN provides the following benefits...
10th November 2023
Are You Ready For Winter? Homeowners should start preparing for the holiday season. Luckily, we have many suggestions for helping you get ready. We recommend ordering earlier in the season...
2nd November 2023
Heating Oil is still the cheapest way to heat your home. We have just received the most recent 2023 statistic from Sutherland Tables (Sutherland tables is a reputable and established...
6th October 2023
With the colder months here it’s time to make sure you and your heating system are prepared. Get your fuel early and make sure your appliances are in good working order...
3rd October 2023
In recent weeks the Government has extended the timeline for some of their green plans. We want to assure our customers and the public that although the Government have extended their planned deadline...
7th May 2024
Once you have contacted us about switching to Renewable Fuel / HVO, you may wonder what happens next. Below is a list of all of the steps that will happen to help get your household onto its greener way of living...
31st August 2023
Did You Know we now offer a Renewable Fuel. Over the coming months we will be increasing the number of our vehicles that are fuelled with Renewable Diesel as it is very important to us that our business is sustainable...
22nd August 2023
The long-awaited biomass strategy has been published by the Government. The strategy acknowledges the need for renewable liquid fuels in off-grid heating. The current position seems to be moving from theory...
20th June 2023
We’re very pleased to report that we have been working with Glastonbury Festival this year to ensure that their power needs will be met by renewable energy and renewable fuels, eliminating the need to rely on fossil...
1st June 2023
We are now working with Kanda to help offer our customers alternative payment plans that will help ease the burden of buying new appliances. To apply for financing contact us and we can help you arrange..
26th May 2023
We were proud to help sponsor this event for Craven Hunt Pony Club Show at Sparsholt Equine. A huge well done to all the Craven Hunt Pony Club members who took part in the show...
16th May 2023
Last chance to claim £200 Alternative Fuel Payment. The government’s domestic Alternative Fuel Payment scheme comes to an end on 31st May. The £200 payment is open to anyone that uses kerosene heating...
15th May 2023
The first round of judging is complete and the finalists for the UKIFDA Young Person of the Year Award 2023 have been announced. Congratulations to our very own George Brinkworth...
14th April 2023
The first round of judging is complete and the finalists for the UKIFDA Young Person of the Year Award 2023 have been announced. Congratulations to our very own George Brinkworth...
12th April 2023
Change in £200 Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment terms. The government today has extended the receipt window for those heating oil customers wishing to apply through the government portal for their £200 domestic...
20th March 2023
UKIFDA notes that the government has launched the portal for non-domestic alternative fuel users that are based off the gas grid and use kerosene in their businesses. This will allow companies...
7th March 2023
Government launches online portal for alternative fuel payments. The government has launched the online alternative fuel payments portal for those heating oil customers who have not...
1st March 2023
The government has announced that for those customers on heating oil that did not receive the £200 alternative fuel payment (AFP) directly via their electricity account, an online...
6th February 2023
The £200 Payments will start today (06/02/23). Most customer will get the payment automatically as a credit on their electricity bill. They are expected to be completed within the month...
23rd January 2023
The government announced on Monday 23rd January that the Alternative Fuel Payments of £200 in Great Britain will commence on the 6th February. Heating oil customers should be aware of the following:
19th December 2022
The government announced on Monday 19th December that the Alternative Fuel Payment of £200 will be made in January 2023 for customers in Northern Ireland and February 2023 in Great Britain...
2nd December 2022
We have just been made aware via UKIFDA that a Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy minister has confirmed to MPs that the Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment of £200...
24th November 2022
Heating Oil PRICE DROP of 5p Per Litre. From 5pm Thursday 24th – Midnight Friday 25th November 2022. Take advantage of our Black Friday Offer and get your Heating Oil for a bargain price...
17th November 2022
The chancellor has today announced an increase in the alternative fuel payment to £200 for all off-grid domestic homes that use fuels such as heating oil. He has also announced a £150...
11th November 2022
The UK government have announced they will remove the taxation on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) imports from the US and Canada into the UK, previously imposed by the EU...
14th October 2022
The government’s recent announcement confirmed that that the mechanism to receive the £100 fixed payment to heating oil users will be made via their electricity bills. It is still not yet clear when it will be paid, with a...
26th September 2022
Winter can be problematic to heating systems if the correct plans are not in place to cope, but don't worry we are here to help you prepare for the change in weather conditions...
2nd June 2023
Winter can be problematic to heating systems if the correct plans are not in place to cope, but don't worry we are here to help you prepare for the change in weather conditions...
23rd September 2022
The Government announced plans to provide £100 support for households who are unable to receive support for their heating costs through the Energy Price Guarantee. This is welcome support...
8th September 2022
Saturday 10th September: West Woodlands Showground - Near Frome. A jam packed day full of entertainment that all of the family will enjoy, plus there will be lots and lots of cheese!
26th August 2022
We've been working hard to limit the impact of high energy prices, and the impact on home budgets of large payments coming out in one hit. OFGEM announced typical gas/electricity prices will rise by 80%...
1st August 2022
A huge well done to the Ford Fuels team who completed the Race to the Tower ultramarathon (double marathon). They managed to absolutely smash their fundraising goal of £500 by raising over £10,000 for...
1st August 2022
Renewable Fuels Update. Ford Fuels are proud to be working within the industry to help bring renewable alternative fuels to the market. HVO is one such fuel, which can reduce emissions by up to 90%...
28th July 2022
Your Tank in Warm Temperatures. Did you know tanks can split in warmer temperatures? We are advising all of our customers to check their tanks, just to make sure there are no issues.
8th June 2022
Wednesday 17th August: Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show celebrates everything Great about the Great British Countryside being a great rural day out for families and the Show where...
6th June 2022
Another update from Luke who we've been supporting in his stock car racing for a few years now. It's great to see our new Ford Fuels & Lubricants Direct logos emblazoned across his car this year...
23rd May 2022
Sunday 21st August: Bringing you The Mid-Somerset Show, the only one day agricultural show in the South West with free entry for pedestrians. A fantastic family day out with...
23rd May 2022
Saturday 23rd July: We will at the Mid Devon Show again this year, so make sure to pop by and see us. The Mid Devon Show is an agricultural show held annually in July in Tiverton, Devon...
19th May 2022
A community fund raising event with some brilliant nationally acclaimed acts. Use the code 'FORD10%MUSIC' (it isn't case sensitive) for 10% OFF tickets...
9th March 2022
Asking yourself, what is AdBlue? AdBlue is a colourless liquid made up of high purity urea and deionised water, and vehicles with SCR technology will have a separate tank filled with it...
7th March 2022
We are currently experiencing a high level of enquiries, we want to reassure you we will respond to everyone as quickly as possible. Please accept our sincere apologies for any delays and rest assured we are doing...
3rd March 2022
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to unprecedented volatility in the fuel markets, with Brent crude hitting $118 per barrel in trading this morning. Due to this price volatility, we are currently only able to provide...
1st June 2023
Timsbury Cricket Club are proud to be putting on a charity fundraiser in memory of Richard Ford and Jer Thompson, two men who gave so much to the local village club and community. The day will involve...
23rd February 2022
Weʼre raising £500 to to donate between the British Heart Foundation and Timsbury Cricket Club. ‘Team Ford Fuels’ consists of five employees selected form Ford Fuels’ multiple depots. The athlete profile of each...
17th February 2022
I’m sure you are aware that the Met Office have issued a red / amber weather warning across our delivery area for tomorrow morning (18th February 2022). Due to the high risk to our drivers in the red warning...
24th November 2021
Thank you to the Mendip Times for a lovely article about us which will appear in their December issue. In 2021 we celebrated our Golden Anniversary. Its been 50 years since our company was first founded and we...
10th November 2021
We are very proud to have appeared in the Business Leader Top 100 Bristol Owner-Managed Companies, and well done to everyone else who joined us. Business Leader has partnered with leading...
10th November 2021
Coming Soon! Ford Fuels are proud to be working within the industry to help bring renewable alternative fuels to the market. HVO is one such fuel, which can reduce emissions by up to 90%. Once trials are complete...
10th November 2021
Going Greener with HVO Renewable Fuels: We have chosen to partner with Chipping Norton Rugby Club by providing them with a fossil free alternative to regular gas oil. Our aim is to promote change, sustainability...
10th November 2021
3 Things to Consider if you're new to oil tanks: Congratulations! You’ve just bought your dream home in the country. If it comes with an oil tank that could mean that alongside planning, organising and...
10th November 2021
No one wants to be cold around this time of year, so we have put together a few tips to help you keep warm and save money.
Use timers on your heating – 30 minutes before...
9th November 2021
Did you know that most domestic oil storage tanks have an expected life span of twenty years? An inspection of your tank now, could help avoid any loss of heating during the colder months...
6th July 2021
Saturday 11th September: West Woodlands Showground - Near Frome. A jam packed day full of entertainment that all of the family will enjoy, plus there will be lots and lots of cheese!
1st July 2021
Saturday 4th September: Moreton Show is one of the biggest one-day agricultural shows in the UK. The 165 acre site in the beautiful north Cotswolds is packed with things to see and do – and...
15th June 2021
Wednesday 18th - Thursday 19th August: Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show celebrates everything Great about the Great British Countryside being a great rural day out for families and the Show where...
3rd June 2021
Sunday 15th August: Bringing you The Mid-Somerset Show, the only one day agricultural show in the South West with free entry for pedestrians. A fantastic family day out with something for everyone from...
1st May 2021
Saturday 24th July: Experience a true celebration of rural Mid Devon with an eclectic mix of breathtaking entertainment, food, shopping, music, horticulture and farm life. Mid Devon Show is an award winning...
1st September 2019
We are delighted to announce that the Hobbs Bros depot has now been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand from 1st September 2019. Since the acquisition...
5th February 2019
We are delighted to announce that Silvey Fuels has been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand. Silveys has been supplying fuel to homes, farms...
8th November 2018
We are delighted to announce that GLB Services has now been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand from November 2018...
