FortiPost has redefined what fencing contractors and farmers can expect from long-life timber stakes, struts and strainers. Nowhere is that more important than for the next generation of young farmers. That commitment has now gone beyond the specification sheet: M&M Timber was proud to supply FortiPost as headline materials sponsor for this year’s NFYFC Fencing […]Read More
With exhibitor bookings now well underway, preparations for FenceX 2027 are gathering pace as businesses from across the fencing and perimeter security industry secure their place at the UK’s dedicated trade exhibition. Returning to NAEC Stoneleigh on Thursday 23 September 2027, FenceX has become a cornerstone of the industry calendar, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, contractors […]Read More
Hughie Powell Hughie Powell has led an interesting life and continues to do so in his role as MD, founder and owner of Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers (CDI). CDI is based in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, and specialises in the manufacture and supply of bespoke metal estate fencing, gates and bridges. Originally from Stratford-upon-Avon, Hughie went to […]Read More
Material selection has become increasingly important when specifying residential gates and fencing. Homeowners are looking for solutions that offer long-term performance, minimal maintenance and contemporary aesthetics, while installers are seeking products that are straightforward to transport, handle and install. As a result, aluminium has emerged as one of the fastest-growing materials in the residential boundary […]Read More
When four square sawn preservative treated softwood gate posts, installed in mid-2021, started to decay prematurely, the Association of Fencing Industries (AFI) contractor who installed them asked the Wood Protection Association (WPA) to investigate what went wrong. These large cross section posts were set 600mm deep and held in place by concrete. They supported field […]Read More
A Showcase of Skill, Precision and Professional Standards The 2026 Tornado Wire Fencing Competition once again demonstrated why it remains one of the fencing industry’s most respected and anticipated events. Held at the NSA Sheep event, it brings together top fencing contractors from across the UK and overseas, offering spectators a rare chance to see […]Read More
Quickfencer has hit the road in recent weeks with co-founders John Brewer and Steve Rawcliffe showcasing some new additions to their range at the Yorkshire Show, Royal Welsh Show and the NSA sheep event in Malvern. They will also be exhibiting at the APF Show at the end of September. Founded in 2004, Quickfencer operates […]Read More
Few estates in Britain enjoy the international reputation of Goodwood, home to the Duke of Richmond and Gordon, CBE DL. From the world-renowned Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival to Glorious Goodwood and the historic Motor Circuit, millions recognise the West Sussex estate as a showcase of British heritage, innovation, and excellence. Yet beyond the […]Read More
When Charltons introduced their made-to-measure Pressure Treated Driveway Gate range last year. The objective was straightforward: to provide stockists, and end users, with a quality British-made gate that bridged the gap between traditional premium joinery gates and lower-cost imported alternatives. The response from the market has exceeded their expectations. Demand has demonstrated that homeowners continue […]Read More
After more than 42 years in the wood preservation industry, Andy Hodge has heard the same story repeated countless times. A fence fails prematurely, posts begin to decay sooner than expected, or a timber structure does not deliver the service life the customer believed they had purchased. Almost invariably, the conclusion is the same: “The […]Read More
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