James Thorogood
Yard Manager
James ensures the yard runs smoothly, maintaining Thorogood’s high standards. Dedicated and detail-oriented, he’s vital to operations. Off duty, he enjoys Sunday cricket and relaxing at the local pub. His commitment to quality and teamwork makes him indispensable to the Thorogood team.
Barry Young
Long ago a fresh-faced young Barry started at Thorogood timber. Much has changed since then, but Barry’s commitment to helping his customers has never wavered – an endless well of positivity, Barry will always see you right.
Peter Thorogood
Buying, selling, operations - Peter loves to be involved in just about everything. A true all-rounder who somehow manages to find time for a game of hockey on a Saturday.
Veronica Measor
Always making sure that the paperwork is spot on, Veronica keeps everything ticking along smoothly whilst keeping the lads in the office in check.
Simon Mann
Keeping all the sales paperwork squared away in the office is a tough job, but Simon gets it done with a smile. With one eye on the yard and another on the car park, Simon also makes sure we all park in the right spot – with a few choice words for anyone who doesn’t.
Trevor Thorogood
A true machining expert, Trevor is normally found in his shorts and almost always has a spanner in hand. Trevor’s love of moulders, spindles and everything to do with machining timber mean he’s most at home in our mill.
Dale Mayhew
With a true passion for buying and selling the best timber from around the world, Dale is our Horizon Wood Products expert and the owner of Bear, our resident chocolate lab.
Robert Thorogood
If it involves numbers, IT or communications, Robert is the man – he keeps himself hidden away, but does vital work in the background.
Matt Shadbolt
Mill Manager
With 17 years at Thorogood, Matt leads his mill team with dedication and high standards. Inspired by his father’s passion for timber, he’s a cornerstone of the company. Off duty, he enjoys exploring Norfolk with his wife and dogs.