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Sourcing the Stand – Douglas fir

Sourcing the Stand – Douglas fir

In 2023, Whitney Sawmills worked with Studio Bark to successfully fulfil their brief to source UK grown Douglas fir timber that is trackable back to the stump. This Douglas fir can be seen as the timber fins making up the Stand. Read the full case study to find out more.

Trainee Sawyer Vacancy

Trainee Sawyer Vacancy

We need a trainee sawyer and sawmill operative to join us and help support and grow the business. The trainee sawyer will, with development and training, be able to operate our log sawing and resawing equipment and contribute to the effective operations of the mill. Previous experience of sawmilling equipment is not essential, but other relevant transferrable skills, such as working with machinery, and flexibility in a busy working environment and with a small, focused team, will be necessary. Full training will be given for the suitable applicant.

Opinion Piece - Hugh Williams on Ash

Opinion Piece - Hugh Williams on Ash

The future of ash in the UK is not optimistic. The much hoped-for “natural resilience” of ash against ash dieback is proving elusive. So, rather than wait and risk this tree succumbing to disease, why not fell it and convert it into products where the beauty of ash can be seen and treasured?