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Filming part 7 of Wood For The Trees

In December we filmed part 7 of ‘Wood For the Trees,’ this time looking at Agroforestry. Between lockdowns, on a very cold day, I visited a small farm in Frome, Somerset, to find out more about tree-planting on farms.  The… Continue Reading →

British Hardwood Enjoys A Resurgence

The UK timber industry is beginning to flourish as architects and designers stop relying on imports and look to become more sustainable by choosing hardwood from our native woodlands says Tom Barnes of Vastern Timber  Wood is one of the… Continue Reading →

English Oak Stands Proud At The Tower Of London

  Royal Wootton Bassett based Vastern Timber, has supplied premium English oak to the restoration work at the Tower of London.   The Sawmill has supplied wood for the reinstatement of the drawbridge which dates back to 1834, as well for… Continue Reading →

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