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Founded in 2012 by Gary Walker and David Scaman, GD Logs began with one vision: to become the leading solid fuel supplier in the North East of England. Over the years, we have evolved, expanded and reached significant milestones, while keeping quality and customer satisfaction at the heart of what we do.
NORTH EAST ROOTS. QUALITY FUEL.
WHY GD LOGS
Local Tyne & Wear business not a national chain
Woodsure Ready to Burn certified
Consistently low moisture hardwood
Friendly and reliable delivery
Quick turnaround times
Birch, Oak & Ash always available
Trusted by households across Sunderland & Newcastle
Honest service, clear pricing, no nonsense
THE PEOPLE BEHIND GD LOGS
Our founders
Gary and David co-founded GD Logs in 2012, driven by a shared passion for providing top-quality solid fuel solutions.
After relocating to West Yorkshire a decade ago, Gary established Swept, a HETAS-approved chimney sweep business. While he now focuses on Swept, he remains keenly interested in the ongoing success of GD Logs.
Sole leadership today
Today, David leads GD Logs in his own right. Under his leadership, the business has thrived and grown, reaching milestones that reflect our continuing commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and excellence.
OUR JOURNEY
2012
GD Logs is founded
Gary Walker and David Scaman establish GD Logs with the goal of becoming the premier solid fuel supplier in the North East of England.
2014
A move to kiln-dried firewood
We shift to kiln-dried firewood, making a pivotal decision to prioritise enhanced quality across our product offering.
2016
Our online retail store opens
We launch our online store, giving customers a convenient way to explore, choose and order our products.
2018
First retail unit in Shiney Row
We marked a significant achievement with the opening of our first retail unit in Shiney Row, providing convenient access to our high-quality solid fuels.
2018
Relocation of Storage Facilities
We relocated our storage facilities to strategic locations, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring timely product availability.
2021
Expansion of the Fleet
We expanded our delivery fleet, including the adoption of electric delivery vehicles, to enhance our commitment to sustainability and efficient service.
2023
New Retail Warehouse in Washington
We celebrated the opening of a new retail warehouse in Washington, providing an expanded space to meet the growing demand for our premium solid fuels.
FROM ALL OF US
Thank you for choosing GD Logs.
GD Logs continues to work tirelessly to provide the North East of England with the finest solid fuels. We invite you to join us on this journey and experience the warmth and satisfaction that GD Logs brings to homes and businesses. Thank you for choosing GD Logs — your trusted partner for premium solid fuel solutions.
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