The Fine Wooden Article Company

17/07/2025

17/07/2025

Real Timber, Real Craft

🌟 Custom hardwood finish — because not all GRP boats are alike.

While the hulls are GRP, we offer stunning upgrades in sustainably sourced hardwoods:

🌳 Hand-built cuddy
🌳 Traditional hardwood gunwales
🌳 Solid timber tillers or console finishes
🌳 Hardwood bilge keels for beach drying

Our woodworking heritage sets us apart — and gives your boat timeless style.

13/07/2025

🔧 Choose your build stage: DIY or Delivered Ready to Launch

Whether you’re a hands-on builder or commissioning a complete workboat, we offer flexibility:

✅ Bare GRP hull shells
✅ Partly fitted boats for home completion
✅ Full turnkey builds — ready for the water

Tell us how far you want to take it — we’ll handle the rest.

📍Built in Gloucestershire
📦 Delivery available throughout Europe

08/07/2025

🛠️ Cygnus GM19 & GM21 | Time-tested hulls, handcrafted finish

With over 300 GM21s and many more GM19s built since 1977, these Cygnus vessels have long been a favourite of fishermen, ferrymen, and inshore crews across the UK.

We honour their seaworthy legacy by building each boat to order in Gloucestershire — combining GRP strength with traditional timber craftsmanship.

🌊 Trusted for inshore work
🧰 Built for single-handed or crew use
🌟 Finished with hardwood detail if desired

→ Follow our build process as we take you through hull, fit-out, engine and final launch.

06/07/2025

🚤 Introducing our Cygnus GM19 and GM21 builds! 🚤

We are delighted to announce that we are now building the Cygnus GM19 and Cygnus GM21 – two of the most respected and proven small inshore fishing and workboats in Britain. Crafted with care and precision, these vessels are renowned for their exceptional stability, versatility, and seaworthiness.

From stage 1 hulls to fully finished boats, we offer bespoke builds to suit your needs, including diesel and electric propulsion options.

We are currently working on a full-build GM19 with an electric propulsion system, designed to operate as a foot taxi on an inland waterway—stay tuned for story updates as the build progresses.

11/12/2024

🏡 Introducing Our New Coat Peg Shelf Units 🏡

Crafted to blend form and function, our brand-new Coat Peg Shelf Units are the perfect addition to any home. Designed for practicality and timeless style, these pieces are handcrafted using sustainably sourced English Ash and English Oak.

🔹 Why Choose Our Coat Peg Shelf Units?

Versatile Design: Ideal for entryways, mudrooms, or even bedrooms. Hang coats, hats, and bags while using the shelf to display décor or store essentials.

Premium Craftsmanship: Handmade with care in our Gloucestershire workshop, showcasing the natural beauty of English hardwoods.

Sustainable Materials: Responsibly sourced from local woodlands, reflecting our commitment to the environment.

✨ Available in English Ash for a lighter, airy look or English Oak for rich, warm tones. Each piece is finished to enhance the wood's natural character, making every unit unique.

Ready to elevate your home’s style and organisation? Shop now and discover the beauty of functional art.

📸 Swipe to see them in action or tap the link in our bio to order yours today!

09/12/2024

🌳 Spotlight on English Walnut: A Hardwood Treasure 🌳

Elegant, rich, and full of character, English Walnut (Juglans regia) is one of the most prized hardwoods in the world. Its deep chocolate hues, swirling grain patterns, and occasional flashes of golden sapwood make it a favourite for fine furniture, bespoke interiors, and heirloom-quality pieces.

But how does it compare to its close cousin, American Walnut (Juglans nigra)? Let’s take a closer look:

🔹 Colour & Grain:

English Walnut: Known for its lighter tones, rich chocolate browns, and intricate golden swirls. Its grain patterns are truly unique, exuding refined luxury.

American Walnut: Typically darker, with deep purples and browns. Its straighter grain gives it a more uniform appearance, ideal for sleek, modern designs.

🔹 Texture:

English Walnut: Smoother and finer-grained, perfect for intricate detailing in bespoke craftsmanship.

American Walnut: Slightly coarser but equally beautiful, making it a versatile choice for larger-scale projects.

🔹 Availability:

English Walnut: A rarer gem, sustainably sourced from smaller native woodlands in the UK. Its exclusivity makes it extra special for timeless, personalized pieces.

American Walnut: More abundant and widely available, often favoured for contemporary furniture.

At The Fine Wooden Article Company, we cherish the natural beauty of English Walnut, crafting bespoke designs that highlight its heritage and unique character. Whether it’s a statement dining table, a decorative serving board, or a heirloom-quality vanity, English Walnut adds warmth and elegance to any space.

✨ Ready to create something extraordinary? Let’s bring your vision to life with the finest sustainably sourced hardwoods.

📸 Swipe to see examples of English Walnut!

04/12/2024

Discover the Beauty of English Ash 🌳✨
Did you know that English Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) is one of the most versatile and historically significant hardwoods in the UK? Here's why this stunning timber deserves a moment in the spotlight:

🔸 Strength Meets Flexibility
English Ash is renowned for its incredible strength and elasticity. Traditionally, it was the wood of choice for crafting tool handles, oars, and even medieval longbows! Its resilience makes it perfect for enduring heavy use while retaining its beauty.

🔸 Distinctive Grain Patterns
The pale, creamy hues of English Ash are complemented by striking grain patterns that create eye-catching designs. This makes it a favourite for furniture, flooring, and decorative pieces.

🔸 A Touch of Heritage
This wood’s deep roots in English craftsmanship make it a timeless choice. From traditional uses to modern bespoke designs, Ash embodies the perfect balance of heritage and innovation.

💡 Fun Fact: English Ash trees have been a symbol of protection and healing in folklore, often associated with strength and endurance.

We’re proud to incorporate this iconic timber into our handcrafted designs, celebrating its unique qualities in everything from chopping boards to statement clocks.

What would you create with English Ash? Let us know below! 👇

27/11/2024

🌳✨ The Legacy and Beauty of English Oak ✨🌳
English Oak has long been a symbol of strength, heritage, and natural beauty—qualities that make it one of the most prized hardwoods in the world. Here’s why this extraordinary timber holds a special place in both history and our craftsmanship:
🔹 A Rich History: Known as the "King of Woods," English Oak has been used for centuries in shipbuilding, cathedral beams, and castle doors. From the legendary HMS Victory to the iconic timber-frame structures of Tudor England, its strength and reliability are unmatched.
🔹 Distinguishing Features:
• Colour: A warm, golden hue that deepens with age.
• Grain: Distinctive, with straight and irregular patterns that lend character to every piece.
• Tannins: High tannin content gives it natural resistance to decay and pests, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.
🔹 Specifications:
• Density: Approx. 720 kg/m³, offering remarkable strength and durability.
• Hardness: Rated as one of the hardest native hardwoods, perfect for heirloom-quality creations.
• Workability: Despite its toughness, English Oak shapes beautifully, allowing us to craft intricate designs and bold statement pieces.
🔹 Sustainably Sourced: We are proud to work with responsibly harvested English Oak, through collaborations with local forestry experts. This ensures every piece we craft is as ethical as it is exquisite 🌿.
From stunning dining tables and statement clocks to elegant swings and serving platters, English Oak is the heart of many of our handcrafted designs.
It’s more than just wood—it’s history, character, and timeless beauty in every grain ✨.
What would you create with English Oak? Let us know in the comments! 👇

25/11/2024

🌳✨ It’s National Tree Week! Let’s Celebrate Our Wonderful Trees ✨🌳

Did you know trees are some of the most fascinating and essential beings on the planet? As National Tree Week kicks off, we’re celebrating these natural marvels and the role they play in shaping our world. Here are some incredible tree facts to inspire you:

🌟 A Home for Life: A single mature English Oak can support over 2,300 species of invertebrates, birds, mammals, and fungi—making it a vital part of our ecosystem!

🌟 Nature’s Cooling System: In cities, trees provide much-needed shade, cooling surface temperatures by up to 12°C in some regions. 🌞

🌟 Ancient Giants: The UK boasts 123,000 ancient and veteran trees, with more ancient Oak trees than the rest of Europe combined—a true testament to our unique landscape.

🌟 The Largest Living Organism: Trees don’t live alone! Some share underground fungal networks to exchange water and nutrients. One such fungus in Oregon, nicknamed the "Humongous Fungus," spans four square miles, making it the largest living organism on Earth!

🌟 A Small Forest Nation: Only 13% of the UK’s land is covered in trees, compared to a European average of 46%. Planting trees is more important than ever to restore balance.

Trees provide us with oxygen, store carbon, and offer habitats for wildlife—but they also improve our mental health, reduce pollution, and connect us to nature.

🌱 What can you do this week?

Plant a tree 🌳
Visit an ancient woodland
Support sustainable woodworkers (like us 😉) who use responsibly sourced materials.
Let’s all take a moment to appreciate the trees around us this National Tree Week. What’s your favourite tree fact? Share it below! 👇

22/11/2024

💚✨ A Heartfelt Gift, Handcrafted with Love ✨💚

We've been seeing some truly thoughtful gifts purchased from us recently, and this one is no exception! 🎁 This beautiful heart-shaped serving platter, crafted from English Ash, was chosen as a special anniversary gift 💍—a timeless piece that will bring warmth and joy to every shared meal.

And for those of you already thinking ahead... 🎄 We’re delighted to see so many of you getting organised with your Christmas shopping! These handcrafted platters make perfect presents for loved ones who appreciate the beauty of natural, sustainable craftsmanship.

Whether it's for an anniversary, Christmas, or simply a gift to show you care, our bespoke wooden pieces are made to bring a touch of elegance to any home.

Handcrafted in Gloucestershire, with care and attention in every detail 🌳✨

20/11/2024

🌳✨ Why We Choose English Hardwoods for Our Handcrafted Creations ✨🌳

At The Fine Wooden Article Company, we craft our bespoke products using only the finest English hardwoods, like Oak, Ash, and Walnut, and here’s why 👇

🔹 Strength & Durability: Hardwoods are known for their exceptional strength and density, making them far more resilient than softwoods. This means our handcrafted tables, swings, and custom pieces are built to last for generations, maintaining their beauty and integrity over time.

🔹 Premium Quality: Each piece of timber we select is locally and sustainably harvested right here in the UK. By choosing responsibly sourced Oak, Ash, and Walnut, we not only support our local woodlands but also ensure that every product we create is made from high-quality, well-seasoned timber 🌿.

🔹 A Timeless Aesthetic: English Oak, Ash, and Walnut have rich, stunning grain patterns that develop character as they age, adding natural warmth and elegance to any space. Whether it's a statement clock, a dining table, a kitchen countertop, or a bespoke bathroom vanity, the richness of these hardwoods truly shines through ✨.

Choosing English hardwoods isn’t just a nod to tradition; it’s a commitment to quality, sustainability, and timeless craftsmanship.

♻️ Handcrafted in Gloucestershire, with nature at the heart of every piece.