Business Details
16 Years
experience
Baltic Timber Supply in Wisbech
Galleywood Timber is a family-owned business established in 2010, specialising in supplying Baltic sawn timber to the UK pallet and packing case industries. Our unique integration with the Port of Wisbech and ownership of two dedicated vessels, MV Baltic Express and MV Baltic Arrow, enable efficient logistics, real-time stock updates, and reliable delivery nationwide. With over 30 years of industry experience from our leadership team, we combine deep expertise with a personal service to meet bespoke timber requirements. Our partnership with Tori Sawmill, spanning more than a decade, ensures consistent quality and supply certainty. Operating from a 9-acre storage facility with cross-cutting capabilities, we offer flexibility in handling both standard and custom-sized orders.Our commitment to competitive pricing, combined with direct control over shipping and storage, provides clients with cost-effective solutions tailored to fluctuating demand. The business maintains a small, experienced team dedicated to delivering professional service while retaining the agility of a family-run operation. Our strategic location in Wisbech, with excellent transport links, supports nationwide distribution from Scotland to the south coast. This vertically integrated model, encompassing timber sourcing, maritime logistics, and port operations, positions us as a trusted partner for industrial timber requirements.
Services
Baltic sawn timber supply
Logistics & distribution
Storage solutions
Cross-cutting facilities
Bespoke timber sizes
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We operate our own vessels for reliable Baltic timber shipments
- Our 9-acre Wisbech storage facility ensures stock availability
- 30+ years' industry experience informs expert timber sourcing
- Bespoke sizes cut to customer specifications
- Integrated port operations enable efficient logistics management
Services
Baltic sawn timber supply
We source and deliver high-quality Baltic sawn timber directly from partner mills. Our dedicated shipping vessels ensure regular stock availability at Wisbech Port. This vertical integration allows control over quality, timing, and pricing for pallet and packing case manufacturers across the UK.
Logistics & distribution
Our maritime fleet and port infrastructure enable efficient timber logistics. Real-time tracking updates accompany shipments from Riga to UK delivery points. The Wisbech base provides nationwide haulage access, with on-site weighbridges optimising vehicle loading capacity for cost-effective distribution.
Storage solutions
9-acre portside storage facilities accommodate bulk timber stocks. Both open-air and covered warehouse spaces maintain material condition while enabling rapid dispatch. This infrastructure supports just-in-time delivery models and mitigates supply chain disruptions for industrial clients.
Cross-cutting facilities
On-demand cross-cutting services transform standard lengths into customer-specified dimensions. Available at Wisbech Port, this value-added capability reduces client processing requirements. Precision cutting ensures material optimisation for pallet and case manufacturing operations.
Bespoke timber sizes
We accommodate non-standard timber dimensions to meet specific manufacturing needs. From initial enquiry to delivery, our team manages custom orders with lead times typically 6-8 weeks. This flexibility supports specialised applications beyond conventional industry sizes.
People
Jim Roberts
Managing Director
With over 30 years in timber trade, Jim founded Galleywood in 2010 after decades sourcing materials for pallet industries. His leadership combines sector expertise with entrepreneurial vision, driving growth while maintaining family business values.
Adam Roberts
Sales Director
Adam transitioned from scientific roles to timber sales in 2016. His analytical approach addresses market volatility and supply chain challenges. Outside work, he pursues horticulture and strength training alongside family commitments.
Callum Dunsmore
Finance Director
Chartered Accountant Callum joined in 2023 after six years in audit practice. His financial expertise complements business growth strategies. An active lifestyle enthusiast, he balances desk work with running and swimming pursuits.
Rebecca Line
Port Director
Rebecca oversees vessel scheduling and port operations since 2021. Her commodity trade background enhances maritime logistics management. She plays competitive basketball and undertakes home renovation projects in leisure time.
Victoria Hamblin
Company Secretary
Victoria manages credit control and accounts since joining in 2014. Her retail and finance sector experience strengthens administrative functions. She balances family life with supporting her husband's menswear business ventures.
Questions
What timber types do you supply?
We specialise in Baltic sawn timber for pallet and packing case industries, including bespoke sizes cut to customer specifications.
How quickly can you deliver orders?
Standard deliveries utilise our Wisbech stock, with nationwide haulage available. Bespoke orders typically require 6-8 weeks lead time.
Do you handle international shipments?
Our owned vessels MV Baltic Express and MV Baltic Arrow maintain regular Riga-Wisbech services, ensuring reliable Baltic timber imports.
Can you process custom timber dimensions?
Yes, our Wisbech port facility offers cross-cutting services to transform standard lengths into client-specific sizes.
What storage facilities do you have?
We operate 9 acres of portside storage with covered warehouses, maintaining stock condition while enabling rapid dispatch capabilities.
How do you ensure supply reliability?
Vertical integration across timber sourcing, shipping, and port operations provides control over quality, timing, and availability.
