Burford is often described as the gateway to the Cotswolds, and one glance at its famous High Street explains why. The steep descent from the hilltop crossroads down to the medieval bridge over the River Windrush is lined with honey-coloured stone buildings that span nearly a thousand years of English architecture — from the Norman church of St John the Baptist to the Tudor merchants’ houses, Georgian coaching inns, and the quiet lanes of stone cottages that branch off on either side. A substantial number of Burford’s properties are Grade II listed or sit within the town’s extensive conservation area, making any alteration to the external appearance a matter that requires careful planning and, often, formal consent. Yet the need for better-performing windows and doors is keenly felt: many of these beautiful buildings harbour single-glazed or poorly sealed timber frames that allow draughts, drive up heating bills, and do little to protect against noise from the busy A361. The challenge — and our area of particular expertise — is to deliver the thermal performance, security, and low maintenance of modern glazing without compromising the heritage character that makes Burford so special.
Windows & Doors We Install in Burford
We supply and install aluminium and uPVC windows and doors carefully specified for the unique requirements of Burford and the surrounding Cotswold villages. Heritage-sympathetic designs for listed and conservation-area properties sit alongside contemporary aluminium systems for rear extensions and garden-facing elevations, all fitted to FENSA-registered standards.
Every Vitrums installation is certified by FENSA and protected by a CPA insurance-backed warranty for your complete peace of mind.
Aluminium Windows & Doors
Even in a town as steeped in history as Burford, aluminium glazing has an important role to play. Many Burford homeowners have discovered that while the front of their property must remain faithful to its historic character, the rear offers an opportunity for something altogether more contemporary. A Cotswold stone wall meeting a wall of slimline aluminium and glass is one of the most visually compelling pairings in modern residential design, and it is a combination we install regularly throughout this part of Oxfordshire.
- Bifold doors — Ideal for opening up a rear kitchen or garden room to the Windrush valley landscape beyond. Cortizo profiles offer ultra-slim sightlines in configurations from two to seven panels.
- Sliding doors — A refined alternative where a clean, unbroken glass plane is preferred. Lift-and-slide and inline mechanisms provide smooth, effortless operation with minimal visible framework.
- French doors — Aluminium French doors offer traditional opening proportions with the structural advantages and slim profiles that only aluminium can achieve. Suitable for rear and side elevations.
- Casement windows — Thermally efficient and available in any RAL colour. An excellent option for extension windows and secondary elevations where a contemporary look is appropriate.
- Slimline roof lanterns — Korniche lanterns bring dramatic natural light into flat-roof extensions, a feature that adds real architectural interest to the single-storey additions popular in Burford.
- Flush casement windows — sleek aluminium flush windows with clean sightlines sitting perfectly flat within the frame for a contemporary look
- Internal doors — stunning Crittall-style aluminium internal doors and room dividers bringing an industrial-chic aesthetic to your interior
Brands we install: Cortizo, Korniche
uPVC Windows & Doors
For Burford’s street-facing elevations, where heritage appearance is paramount, our REHAU uPVC systems offer an outstanding alternative to timber. Multi-chambered profiles deliver excellent thermal performance, while heritage colours and authentic detailing ensure the finished product is sympathetic to the character of the building and acceptable to conservation officers.
- Casement windows — Sculptured profiles with period-appropriate detailing, internally beaded for security, and A-rated as standard. Available in heritage colours including cream, olive green, and agate grey.
- Sliding sash windows — This is often the most critical product choice for Burford homeowners. Our REHAU sliding sash windows are purpose-built to replicate the proportions and detailing of Georgian and Victorian timber sashes, with run-through horns, deep bottom rails, mechanical joints, and a choice of Georgian bar configurations. They are the product we most frequently specify for properties on Burford’s High Street and in the surrounding conservation area.
- French doors — Wide-opening access to gardens and courtyards with low thresholds and multi-point locking, in colours to complement the local stone.
- Single doors — durable side and utility entrance doors with excellent insulation and multi-point locking
- Sliding doors — smooth-gliding patio doors that maximise natural light and garden views without encroaching on interior space
- Rio Inline windows — a modern tilt-and-turn system combining sleek aesthetics with excellent ventilation and easy cleaning
- Bay & bow windows — elegant projecting windows that add character, space and panoramic views to any room
- Flush casement windows — Rehau Rio Flush windows with a modern flat profile sitting flush within the frame for a sleek contemporary finish
Brand we install: REHAU
Entrance Doors
Burford’s front doors are as varied as the buildings themselves — from heavy studded oak on the oldest properties to Victorian panelled designs and more modern styles on the outskirts. We offer three entrance door ranges that combine modern security and thermal performance with the craftsmanship these buildings deserve.
- Palladio composite doors — Monocoque fibreglass construction that is entirely weatherproof and maintenance-free. Traditional panel and glazing designs sit beautifully within Burford’s stone door surrounds and arched lintels.
- Dynamic composite doors — A timber-core composite in a wide palette of colours and styles. An excellent balance of performance, appearance, and value.
- Gerda steel doors — RC3 security rated with a thermally broken frame. A premium option for homeowners who prioritise maximum security, available in finishes that can complement both traditional and contemporary settings.
- Aluminium front doors — premium aluminium entrance doors combining bold contemporary design with outstanding security and thermal performance
Why Burford Homeowners Choose Vitrum
- Listed building and conservation area specialists — Burford has one of the highest concentrations of listed buildings in west Oxfordshire, and the entire town centre is a conservation area. We have hands-on experience navigating the planning requirements that come with these designations, from specifying heritage-appropriate sliding sash windows to advising on the most effective way to present a planning application for replacement glazing.
- Heritage-sympathetic sliding sash expertise — Sliding sash windows are the single most important product for many Burford properties. We take particular care in specifying the right profile, bar pattern, colour, and ironmongery to ensure the finished windows respect the character of the building while delivering a genuine step change in thermal comfort and security.
- Cotswold stone and aluminium — For rear extensions and garden-facing openings, the combination of local stone and contemporary aluminium is extraordinary. We are Cortizo and Korniche specialists and can design an installation that brings the landscape into your home while maintaining the integrity of the building from the street.
- Premium protection — Every installation is backed by a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee and FENSA registration. Aluminium products carry a 25-year frame guarantee. We are also CPA members for your additional peace of mind.
Our Process
We keep the process straightforward and transparent, with particular attention to the heritage considerations that Burford properties often involve. Read more about how we work.
- Free survey — We visit your Burford property, take accurate measurements, assess any listed building or conservation area requirements, and discuss your options in detail.
- Honest quote — You receive a clear, itemised quotation with no hidden costs. Where planning applications are likely to be needed, we will advise you upfront so there are no surprises.
- Expert installation — Our FENSA-registered fitting teams work with the care and sensitivity that Burford’s historic buildings demand, protecting original features and keeping disruption to an absolute minimum.
- Guaranteed — Once the work is complete, your installation is registered with FENSA. You receive a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee and, for aluminium products, a 25-year frame guarantee.
What Our Customers Say
“Replacing the windows on a Grade II listed cottage in Burford is not something you take lightly. Vitrum understood that from the outset. They specified REHAU sliding sash in a heritage cream with Georgian bars that are genuinely difficult to distinguish from timber. The conservation officer approved them without objection and the difference in warmth is remarkable.”
— Mr and Mrs A., High Street, Burford
“We installed Cortizo bifold doors at the back of our property overlooking the water meadows. The old stone wall either side of the new glass creates a beautiful contrast, and on a summer evening with the doors fully open, the views down to the Windrush are just spectacular. Superb workmanship from start to finish.”
— Dr and Mrs N., Burford
“After struggling with a draughty Victorian front door for years, we had a Palladio composite door fitted in a colour matched to our stonework. It is solid, warm, and completely maintenance-free. Wish we had done it years ago.”
— Mrs E., Witney Street, Burford
Accreditations & Guarantees
When you choose Vitrum Solutions, your installation is protected by industry-recognised standards and long-term guarantees.
- FENSA Registered — All installations are self-certified for Building Regulations compliance.
- 10-Year Insurance-Backed Guarantee — Your windows and doors are covered even if the worst were to happen.
- 25-Year Aluminium Guarantee — Long-term protection on all aluminium frames and finishes.
- A-Rated Energy Efficiency — Every window and door we install meets or exceeds the highest energy ratings.
- CPA Member — Consumer Protection Association membership for additional peace of mind.
Areas Near Burford We Also Cover
We install windows and doors throughout Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds. If you live in or around any of the following areas, we would be happy to arrange a free survey.
See all areas we cover in Oxfordshire
Get a Free Quote in Burford
Ready to upgrade your windows and doors? We offer free, no-obligation surveys for homeowners in Burford and the surrounding Cotswold villages. Whether your project involves heritage sash windows for a listed cottage, aluminium bifold doors for a rear extension, or a new composite front door, we would love to discuss it with you.
- Request a Free Quote — Complete our online form and we will be in touch within 24 hours.
- Call Us — Speak to our team now on 0800 861 1450.
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More from Vitrums
- Korniche roof lanterns — award-winning speed-fit aluminium roof lanterns flooding your extension with natural light
- Skylights & flat rooflights — fixed and opening skylights bringing daylight into kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces
- Glass rooms — bespoke glass extensions creating stunning light-filled living spaces connected to your garden
- Garden houses — insulated garden buildings for year-round use as home offices, studios and entertaining spaces
- Porches — welcoming uPVC and aluminium porches enhancing your entrance while adding practical extra space
- Juliet balconies — stylish glass juliet balconies adding light, ventilation and a sense of openness to upper floors
We look forward to helping you transform your Burford home.
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