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The Local Woodland Products Initiative directory will link you to small scale producers in your area for charcoal, furniture, bean poles, peasticks, besom brooms, hurdles, trellis, fencing, wood chip, willow products, bird tables and planters...

BioRegional Homegrown Charcoal uses a coordinated UK network of small charcoal producers, allowing them to function as a single supplier and get their products into the major retailers. Look for the bag with the butterfly at supermarkets and DIY stores, or buy online from www.ethicalsuperstore.com

The Forest Stewardship Council certifies wood products, including charcoal and furniture, form across the world that have been produced through sustainable forest management. If you can't find locally produced charcoal, look for the FSC logo.

Linking Environment And Farming supports sustainable agriculture and endorses products from environmentally friendly farming with the LEAF Marque. Their website can help you find LEAF endorsed products and includes everything from farm open days to recipe ideas.

The local food web is a directory of farmer's markets, farm shops and other great producers

The Woodlots directory of woodland producers includes firewood, charcoal and furniture. The website also features training and events in woodland skills.

Local food advisor allows you to search for producers using all sorts of categories including Welfare & Environment, Farmer's Markets and Native Breeds.