Burton Wood Turnery

Burton Wood Turnery Trusted for quality, reliability & sustainable British craftsmanship. 🇬🇧🌱

Burton Wood Turnery | Established 1897
Fifth-generation UK manufacturer of traditional wooden cask conditioning closures for breweries, pubs, cellar services & home brewers. We have been a manufacturer of Cask Closures for the brewing industry for over 100 years. Supplying Hard pegs, Soft pegs, Corks, Keystones, Cask taps, Shives, Sealing tuts, Wooden pump handles, Whisky barrel closures to name a few.

Burton Wood Turnery is proud to be the UK distributor of premium oak barrels handcrafted by J.M. Gonçalves — one of the ...
22/04/2026

Burton Wood Turnery is proud to be the UK distributor of premium oak barrels handcrafted by J.M. Gonçalves — one of the most highly certified cooperages in the world.

With nearly a century of cooperage heritage, J.M. Gonçalves barrels are trusted by winemakers, distillers, and producers who demand exceptional quality, full traceability, and consistent performance.

A COOPERAGE BUILT ON HERITAGE
The story begins almost 100 years ago with Abílio Gonçalves in the Trás-os-Montes region of Portugal, crafting barrels for local wine producers using traditional methods passed down through generations.

His son, José Maria Gonçalves, expanded this craft internationally in the 1960s, refining his skills in France before establishing his own workshop. Through dedication to traditional cooperage and continuous innovation, the family business grew into a state-of-the-art facility on Portugal’s east coast in 2001.

Today, J.M. Gonçalves combines old-world craftsmanship with modern precision technology to produce barrels recognised globally for their consistency and organoleptic excellence.

EXCEPTIONAL OAK SELECTION & FULL TRACEABILITY
Only carefully selected oak from ecological, sustainably managed forests is used.

Every tree trunk is personally selected by the cooperage, guaranteeing origin and quality. The entire journey — from forest to cellar — is fully traceable and certified by Bureau Veritas.

Oak is naturally seasoned outdoors for a minimum of 24 months (often up to 36 months), exposed to natural weather conditions to develop superior structural and aromatic qualities.

OAK TYPES AVAILABLE
EUROPEAN OAK — QUERCUS PETRAEA / SESSILIFLORA
Sourced primarily from the renowned forests of Allier, Tronçais, Vosges, and Nevers in France, as well as select regions of Eastern Europe.

Very fine, tight grain
Delicate, refined tannin structure
Enhances fruit character without overpowering
Preferred for premium wine maturation
AMERICAN OAK — QUERCUS ALBA
Selected from top forests in Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota.

Rich, expressive aromatic profile
Slightly wider grain
Ideal for bold flavour development
GRAIN SELECTIONS
Name Grain Size Wood Source Natural Drying Time
Reserve < 1.2mm (Very Fine) Special Selection 24+ months
Selection 1.2–2.5mm (Fine) Allier / Tronçais 24 months
US Selection > 2mm (Med/Fine) Missouri 24 months
Tradition > 2.5mm (Medium) Vosges / Nevers 24 months
PRECISION TOASTING TECHNOLOGY
J.M. Gonçalves has invested heavily in research and development to perfect barrel toasting.

Using advanced monitoring systems, each barrel’s heat treatment is precisely controlled and recorded to ensure:

Time–temperature accuracy
Homogeneous toasting
Individual barrel traceability
Consistent and repeatable results
Monitoring of up to 8 barrels simultaneously
Only oak wood is used during the toasting process to preserve authenticity.

INDUSTRY-LEADING QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS
J.M. Gonçalves is recognised as one of the most certified cooperages in the world.

Certifications include:

Wood origin certification — 100% from controlled ecological forests (Bureau Veritas)
Natural outdoor seasoning certification (minimum 24 months)
ISO 9001:2008 — Quality management
ISO 22000:2005 — Food safety management
Full HACCP compliance
Each barrel is stamped and documented for complete assurance.












High-quality hardwood taps for wine / whisky barrels, and jar taps. Ideal for converting old barrels into rainwater stor...
16/04/2026

High-quality hardwood taps for wine / whisky barrels, and jar taps. Ideal for converting old barrels into rainwater storage or dispensing cask ales. Perfect for events and shows. Available in a range of sizes.

2.5” (65mm) box wood jar / wine tap, will suit a hole: 10-12mm

3 & 1/4” (82mm) box wood jar / wine tap, will suit a hole: 11mm-13.5mm

4″ (101.6mm) non-perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 18.5mm – 20.5mm

5″ (125mm) non perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 13mm-17.5mm

6″ (155mm) non-perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 17mm-25.5mm

7” (175mm) perforated cask tap, suitable for holes: 20mm – 27mm

7.5” (190mm) non-perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 23mm-32mm

8” (200mm) non-perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 24mm-33mm

8” (200mm) perforated open tap, suitable for holes: 26mm-37mm

8” (200mm) water butt tap/spigot, suitable for holes: 25mm-33mm

10” (254mm) water butt tap/spigot, suitable for holes: 35mm-46mm

Our taps are natural, untreated wooden items.





Keep your casks in top condition with our Pub Pack featuring traditional wooden hard pegs. Designed for breweries, pubs,...
15/04/2026

Keep your casks in top condition with our Pub Pack featuring traditional wooden hard pegs. Designed for breweries, pubs, and home brewers, this kit provides everything you need for proper cask venting, sealing, and storage, helping maintain carbonation, flavour, and freshness at every stage.

Pack Contents:

25 × High-Quality Straight Corks – Seal empty casks before returning to the brewery, keeping out dirt and debris.
25 × Soft Spiles – Allow natural venting during cask conditioning to maintain ideal pressure.
25 × Wooden Hard Pegs – Traditional, eco-friendly, and made from natural wood to seal casks securely once conditioning is complete.
Supplied as a mixed pack in a single bag for convenience — items are not individually packaged. We can also pre-pack the components on request for easier handling and distribution.

Why Choose the Wooden Pub Pack:
✅ Traditional Wooden Hard Pegs – Trusted, reliable, and reusable.
✅ Complete Cask Management Kit – Corks, soft spiles, and hard pegs all in one pack.
✅ Eco-Friendly & Sustainable – Made from natural FSC-certified wood and cork.
✅ Ideal for All Cellar Setups – Suitable for breweries, pubs, and home brewers.
✅ Pre-Packed Option Available – Components can be prepared in advance for convenience. Also available with Plastic hard spiles.





Our wooden keystones are available in both No.1 and No.2 sizes, ensuring compatibility with traditional casks used throu...
14/04/2026

Our wooden keystones are available in both No.1 and No.2 sizes, ensuring compatibility with traditional casks used throughout the brewing industry.

A keystone is a precision wooden closure fitted into the keystone bush at the head of the cask. It forms a critical part of the cask conditioning and tapping process, providing the point where the tap is inserted when the cask is ready to serve.

Each keystone is manufactured from quality hardwood and features a partially pre-cut centre. This creates a controlled weak point that allows the tap to be driven through cleanly when the cask is tapped, while still maintaining a secure seal around the tap.

Designed to fit tightly within the keystone bush, wooden keystones help maintain pressure within the cask during conditioning and ensure a reliable seal until the beer is ready to be dispensed.

With the correct technique and experience, a cask can be tapped quickly and cleanly with minimal spillage, using either a traditional wooden or plastic tap.







WHY CHOOSE A TRADITIONAL WOODEN SHIVE?For breweries and pubs serving real cask ale, traditional wooden shives remain the...
13/04/2026

WHY CHOOSE A TRADITIONAL WOODEN SHIVE?
For breweries and pubs serving real cask ale, traditional wooden shives remain the most trusted and reliable option. Their natural properties help maintain a secure seal and support proper conditioning throughout the life of the cask.

Secure Natural Seal
Wood naturally expands when exposed to moisture, creating a tight and reliable fit within the cask bush. This helps prevent leaks and ensures the cask remains properly sealed during conditioning and storage.

Ideal for Soft & Hard Spiles
Wooden shives hold soft and hard spiles securely, making venting and resealing the cask simple and predictable. This makes them perfectly suited to traditional cask ale handling in brewery and cellar environments.

Reliable in Cold Cellars
Unlike plastic closures, which can contract in colder temperatures, wood adapts naturally to its environment. This helps maintain a consistent seal in typical pub cellar conditions.

Stable in Warmer Conditions
In warmer environments plastic shives can sometimes loosen or “pop” due to expansion and pressure changes. Wooden shives remain stable and seated in the cask, reducing the risk of closures lifting or failing during storage or transport.

Environmentally Responsible
Our wooden shives are produced from responsibly sourced timber (FSC certified). They are fully biodegradable and require no specialist disposal.

Neutral to Beer Flavour
Quality hardwood is naturally neutral and will not affect the flavour or character of the beer, ensuring your product reaches the customer exactly as intended.

SIZES AVAILABLE
2 1/32″ (51.56 mm)
2 1/16″ – Industry standard size (52.39 mm)
2 3/32″ (53.18 mm)
2 1/8″ (53.97 mm)
Available with red or blue tuts.






Our traditional soft spiles are an essential tool for cask ale and real ale cellar management. Made from natural cane, t...
10/04/2026

Our traditional soft spiles are an essential tool for cask ale and real ale cellar management. Made from natural cane, these porous pegs gently vent excess carbon dioxide from the cask during conditioning and service, helping your ale develop perfect natural carbonation, flavour, and clarity.

Inserted into the cask shive once the cask has been tapped, soft spiles allow controlled gas release while preventing over-conditioning or fobbing. Once the beer has settled and reached the desired condition, the soft spile is replaced with a hard spile to retain carbonation.

Why Choose Our Soft Spiles?

Made from natural cane – lightweight, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly.
Porous design – allows gentle venting of CO₂ for perfectly conditioned ale.
UK-made – crafted by one of the oldest family-run businesses in the brewing industry, operating since 1897.
Single-use and compostable – ideal for breweries, pubs, and home brewers big and small.
Precision size – approx. 38mm long x 12mm diameter, tapering to 8mm for a snug fit in standard cask shives.
Perfect For:

Professional cellar managers
Pubs serving traditional cask ale
Home brewers passionate about real ale
These UK-made soft spiles provide a reliable, traditional, and sustainable way to vent your casks and ensure your ale is served at its very best

All products are available loose or pre-packed






Keep your casks clean and protected with our premium natural straight clip corks, designed for sealing broached cask shi...
10/04/2026

Keep your casks clean and protected with our premium natural straight clip corks, designed for sealing broached cask shives during return transit. Widely used throughout the cask ale brewing industry, these natural cork closures help prevent dirt, debris, and contamination entering empty casks while they are returned to the brewery for cleaning and refilling.

Made from high-quality natural cork, they provide a reliable seal while remaining a sustainable and biodegradable alternative to plastic closures.

Product Features

High-quality natural cork – durable, sustainable, and biodegradable
Traditional brewery design – used to reseal broached cask shives during transit
Protective seal – helps prevent dirt, debris, and contamination entering empty casks
Eco-friendly option – natural alternative to single-use plastic closures
Trusted by brewers – a proven solution used in cask ale cellars for generations
Flexible ordering – available in all quantities, supplied loose or pre-packed to suit your requirements.






Address

Burton Upon Trent
DE141QN

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

01283563455

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