Carved by Hand. Rescued from the Forest.
Reclaimed-wood sculptures and décor, lovingly crafted by hand
Our Story
It began in a riverside shed in rural Oxfordshire, where our founder rescued a pile of unwanted oak off-cuts destined for the chipper and carved his first garden bear. Word of the one-of-a-kind sculpture spread from local markets to county fairs, and soon neighbours were dropping off storm-fallen branches that “looked too beautiful to burn."
Today every Grizzly’s Craft piece still starts with reclaimed timber, shaped by hand and finished with food-safe oils or weather-proof waxes so it can be loved for decades. What hasn’t changed is the promise we made on day one: only the tree’s story should leave a lasting mark, never its footprint.
Our Commitment
We’re committed to sustainability, salvaging timber from local arborists, storm-clearance crews, and nearby reclamation yards whenever possible, then working it with low-energy, solar-powered tools and zero-plastic packaging.
We believe beautifully carved wood can mark milestones, gather families around the table, and offer quiet comfort in the garden, all without cutting another living tree. Every Grizzly’s Craft piece is a promise to honour the story of the timber it came from and to leave the forest, and your home, a little better than we found it.
100 % Reclaimed Wood – we intercept more than 90 kg of usable timber each month.
Zero-Plastic Packaging – recycled card, paper tape and cornstarch padding - no bubbles, no landfill.
Local Supply Chain – 97% of our wood travels less than 50 miles to reach the workbench.
Our Events
There’s nothing like running your hand over freshly-carved grain or watching a bear appear from a log in real time. That’s why we load up the van and head to county shows across the UK every season.
Find us at:
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Event/Show no.4
More dates are added as bookings confirm - join our email list or follow @grizzlyscraft on Instagram for the latest schedule.
Drop by, shake a dusty hand, and take home a piece that was still a tree trunk that morning!
Our Collections
Garden & Outdoor Sculptures
Hand-carved creatures and forms that turn any lawn or patio into an eco-friendly art gallery.
Kitchen & Tableware
Reclaimed-wood boards, bowls and utensils that bring warmth and story to every meal.
Home Decor Ornaments
Small-scale carvings and accents that infuse rooms with natural texture and charm.
Wall Art & Signs
Engraved plaques and relief panels that let your walls speak in sustainably sourced timber.
Personalised Gifts
Custom-engraved keepsakes crafted to celebrate names, dates and milestones in wood.
Furniture
Sturdy benches and side tables shaped from salvaged timber and built to last generations.
One-Offs & Seconds
Unique prototypes and imperfect treasures. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Our Custom Orders
TURN A MEMORY INTO TIMBER
Whether it’s your spaniel’s playful grin, a favourite fishing boat or a house name that deserves pride of place, we love carving personal stories into reclaimed wood. Share a photo, a sketch, or just an idea and we’ll translate it into a one-of-a-kind chainsaw sculpture, sign, board or bench that will last a lifetime outdoors or in.
No two commissions are alike - your piece remains exclusive to you.
We work only with reclaimed, sustainably sourced timber.
Typical turnaround is 3–5 weeks for large carvings, 7 days for small engravings.
How It Works:
Upload & Tell the Story
Drop your photo or inspiration image into our online form and add a few notes about size, setting and any special details.
We Call to Chat
Within two working days Stacey (studio) or Simon (events) will phone to talk through the concept, budget and lead-time.
Sketch & Quote
You’ll receive a quick pencil sketch and fixed price. Approve it and we’ll schedule your piece on the workbench.
Deliver or Collect
Finished, sealed and ready to enjoy. Collect in person, or let us ship it safely to your door.
START YOUR CUSTOM ORDER
Complete the form, upload your photo, tell us your idea, and we’ll call you back to make it real.
Tell us the Story
Upload your photo or inspiration image below and add a few notes about size, setting and any special details.
Our Store
Drop by our open-plan workshop at Millets Farm Centre, Oxfordshire to see the carvings come to life, feel the grain, and choose your piece in person.
We’re whittling away 7-days a week, no appointment needed.
Follow the scent of fresh-cut cedar, tap the bell, and we’ll welcome you with a smile (and probably a few wood shavings).
OPENING HOURS
M - 9am to 5pm
T - 9am to 5pm
W - 9am to 5pm
T - 9am to 5pm
F - 9am to 5pm
S - 9am to 5pm
S - 9am to 5pm
LOCATION
Millets Farm Centre
Kingston Road
Frilford
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX13 5HB
CONTACT
07809 727674
Our Team
THE HANDS BEHIND THE GRAIN
Every carving stroke, every polished board and every parcel that leaves the workshop starts with the people you see here. We’re a small crew bound by sawdust, strong coffee and a shared belief that rescued timber deserves a second life.
Together we rescue more than 90kg of timber each month, and we’re always happy to chat about the journey from branch to bench.
Stacey Barker
Co. Founder
Greets visitors at our farm studio, finishes every surface to silky perfection and knows the story behind each knot.
Favourite wood: wind-fallen walnut.
Simon Barker
Co. Founder
Drives the demo van to county shows, and answers “How long did that take?” a hundred times a day.
Fuelled by flapjacks and fresh cedar scent.
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Shop Manager
Keeps the shelves stocked, the till humming and can spot the perfect gift in two questions flat. Ask for a live engraving demo while you browse.
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eStore Manager
Packs every box with plastic-free padding, tracks parcels from workshop to doorstep and slips in the occasional handwritten thank-you note.
Grizzly’s Craft is a family-run Oxfordshire business retailing hand-carved sculptures, décor and tableware all made from reclaimed timber. Plastic-free packaging and zero-waste ideals give discarded trees a second life and customers a truly unique, story-rich heirloom.
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