With over 180 years’ trading experience, the Howarth Timber Group has grown to provide not only the widest range of products, but expertise, service, and knowledge you can rely on. Now the UK’s largest privately‑owned timber company, our origins can be traced back to 1840 when we commenced trading as Hudson & Co. Over the years the Howarth Timber Group has expanded from a one‑man company to an employer of more than 1,000 people specialists who know the industry inside out.

We take great pride in our teams of local experts serving our local communities. dedicated staff focussed on serving our customers Serving over 50,000 customers across our branch network

Offering over 20 million products across our 8 key categories Whatever your project, we have the products and knowledge to support you. Whether you’re a DIY customer or a national house builder, we will support you every step of the way.

At Howarth, we have a reputation built over time as a trusted supplier of timber and building products. We are always striving to go above and beyond to support our trade and retail customers, whatever the project, whatever the size or complexity. Established in 1840 , in Leeds under the name Hudson & Co, Howarth Timber has now become a leader in importing timber & timber merchanting.