english charcoal
 

This site provides a unique perspective on charcoal. Find out how charcoal makers produce quality charcoal for your BBQ, how charcoal production led to woodland management and why charcoal production is now good for the environment. Enjoy images of early kilns, coppiced trees and read a fascinating history of man's first industrial fuel. Read about the benefits of buying locally produced English Charcoal and follow links to other fascinating aspects of country life, its crafts, skills and industries.

 

For information about the production of charcoal, the history of its use and why charcoal and coppicing are important for our environment. Charcoal production has remained largely unchanged for 6000 years		  

A 3D virtual reality tour of the history of the countryside featuring 60 3D images and 20 animated movies		  
 


Coppicing is the art of cutting of trees and shrubs to ground level allowing vigorous regrowth and a sustainable supply of timber for future generations

 
 
 

Conservation, agriculture and the countryside, a complete guide from the UK's most popular farming and countryside resource.