FROM FOREST TO FINISHED PRODUCT
JM Bower brings forestry, sawmilling and timber craftsmanship together under one roof. We manage and harvest British woodlands, process the timber at our Shropshire sawmill and turn it into high-quality materials and finished products built to last.
Using timber from our own sawmill, we design and build off-grid cabins, saunas and bespoke timber structures—combining practical design, skilled craftsmanship and complete control of the material from forest to finish.
We work with woodland owners, estates, farms and landowners to manage, fell and extract timber responsibly. From selective hand felling to mechanised harvesting, each project is planned around the woodland, terrain and long-term objectives.
We process British-grown Douglas fir, larch, Western red cedar and other species into beams, cladding, flooring, fencing and bespoke sawn sections for builders, timber framers, architects and private customers.
Our cabins and saunas bring together everything we do at JM Bower — from forestry and sawmilling through to design, joinery and the finished build.
Handcrafted in our Shropshire workshop using British-grown timber processed through our own sawmill, each building combines natural materials, considered design and skilled craftsmanship. Having control of the timber from forest to finish allows us to understand exactly what we are building with and create products designed to last.
Our off-grid cabins are built on purpose-designed movable chassis and can be tailored for private use, guest accommodation and hospitality settings. Our handcrafted saunas range from compact garden models through to larger social spaces, with wood-fired and electric options available.
At JM Bower, we provide forestry services for woodland owners, estates, farms and other forestry businesses, using a combination of skilled operators, specialist machinery and practical woodland knowledge.
Good forestry is about much more than simply removing trees. When properly planned and managed, harvesting can improve woodland structure, create space for regeneration and help ensure forests remain healthy, productive and valuable for generations to come.
We approach each site individually, selecting the most suitable methods for the woodland, terrain and objectives of the owner. From selective hand felling through to mechanised harvesting and timber extraction, our aim is to work efficiently while minimising unnecessary impact on the surrounding woodland.
Where possible, the timber we harvest is put to productive use through our own sawmill or supplied into appropriate timber markets, helping to make the most of a valuable British-grown resource.
At our Shropshire sawmill, we process locally sourced British timber into a wide range of products including structural beams, cladding, flooring, fencing and bespoke sawn sections.
We work with timber framers, builders, architects, landscapers and private customers, supplying both standard and made-to-order sizes. Because we mill the timber ourselves, we can offer greater flexibility on dimensions, species and finish than many conventional timber merchants.
Wherever possible, our timber is sourced from woodlands we manage or from trusted local suppliers, allowing us to keep the journey from forest to finished product short and transparent.
By making better use of British-grown timber, we can support local forestry, reduce reliance on imported material and create high-quality products from a resource growing here in the UK.
Headquarters
2 Deepwood Farm
Lower Wood Road
Ludlow
SY8 2JQ
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