Grown in Britain

At The Log Shed, we make much about our Grown in Britain certification.

It’s not an easy thing to achieve! All our processes are rigorously checked, species have to be kept in separate areas and proof that the timber we sell has indeed come from British managed forests has to be provided regularly.

We try and make it as easy as possible for you to identify British wood on our website, by including the Grown in Britain logo on all appropriate products.

Don’t trust the fakes! Grown in Britain advise that the supplier registration number should be published in conjunction with their logo. So if you see a GiB logo without a registration number…

We thought you would be interested in understanding a little more about Grown in Britain and what it stands for!

About Grown in Britain – in their own words!

In 2011, the people of Britain marched together to save our forests; and as we advance into a new decade, society has demanded that the country acknowledges climate issues by investing significantly in our trees.

We are an independent not-for-profit organisation, guided by a board of members from across the supply chain. Our task is to develop a new ‘wood culture’ by engaging and collaborating with equally passionate partners from Government, retail, NGOs and the private sector. Together, we are driving a change in attitudes and practices, to ensure the future success of the UK’s woods and forests.

Our work is focused on the following key areas:

• Certification – providing a visable assurance of a brand that can be trusted.
• Biosecurity – The UK imports many products that can carry unwanted pests and diseases capable of ravaging our woods and forests. In conjunction with Government and other organisations, Grown in Britain carries out research, supply chain development and certification, to ensure we lessen the risk.
• Woodland creation and natural capital – Government, business & society are investing in more trees, woods & forests to offset carbon, grow sustainable materials & deliver environmental net gain. Our new Canopy certification scheme ensures that future forests make a positive land use change & deliver a range of quality, natural capital benefits.
• Research and development – Grown in Britain is not just a certification body; we run a successful R&D programme, with a number of industry colleagues. By developing and modifying home-grown products, we can add value to UK timber in order to accelerate demand and reduce unnecessary imports.

To learn more about Grown in Britain, pop onto their website: https://www.growninbritain.org/