Solid Oak Chopping Board – James Martin Style Butchers Block (Custom Size, Square or Live Waney Edge)
★★★★★
“Absolutely beautiful quality and perfectly cut to size.” — James H, Surrey
- Solid Oak
- Knife Friendly
- Food Safe Finish
- Sustainably Sourced
- Handmade in Wales
- 100+ Happy Customers
Solid Oak James Martin Style Chopping Board
Handcrafted from premium grade kiln-dried solid French oak, our chunky chopping boards are designed to be both beautiful and practical. Inspired by the style commonly used on James Martin’s Saturday Kitchen, these boards make a stunning centrepiece for any kitchen. This large solid oak chopping board is ideal for food preparation, carving meat, serving platters and kitchen display.
Each board is made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop and hand-finished to highlight the natural grain of the oak.
Perfect for:
• Everyday food preparation
• Serving bread, cheese or charcuterie
• Displaying on your kitchen worktop
• Personalised engraved gifts
Every board is supplied unfinished with our Celtic Timber food-safe board butter, allowing you to nourish and protect the wood naturally.
Why Choose a Celtic Timber Oak Chopping Board?
• Handmade in Wales
• Premium kiln-dried solid oak
• Chunky heavy-duty construction
• Beautiful natural grain and character
• Optional personalised engraving
• Custom sizes available
Each board is unique, meaning the grain, knots and character will vary slightly — giving every piece its own natural charm.
Solid Oak James Martin Style Chopping Board
Handcrafted from premium grade kiln-dried solid French oak, our chunky chopping boards are designed to be both beautiful and practical. Inspired by the style commonly used on James Martin’s Saturday Kitchen, these boards make a stunning centrepiece for any kitchen. This large solid oak chopping board is ideal for food preparation, carving meat, serving platters and kitchen display.
Each board is made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop and hand-finished to highlight the natural grain of the oak.
Perfect for:
• Everyday food preparation
• Serving bread, cheese or charcuterie
• Displaying on your kitchen worktop
• Personalised engraved gifts
Every board is supplied unfinished with our Celtic Timber food-safe board butter, allowing you to nourish and protect the wood naturally.
Why Choose a Celtic Timber Oak Chopping Board?
• Handmade in Wales
• Premium kiln-dried solid oak
• Chunky heavy-duty construction
• Beautiful natural grain and character
• Optional personalised engraving
• Custom sizes available
Each board is unique, meaning the grain, knots and character will vary slightly — giving every piece its own natural charm.
Material: Solid kiln-dried oak
Finish: Supplied unfinished with food-safe board butter
Thickness: Custom thickness available after planing
Edges: Square edge or waney (live) edge options
Construction: May contain joints depending on board size
As a natural timber product, boards may contain small knots, splits or grain variation which adds to their character.
Large solid boards can experience minor natural movement over time, particularly if exposed to moisture or temperature changes.
Material: Solid kiln-dried oak
Finish: Supplied unfinished with food-safe board butter
Thickness: Custom thickness available after planing
Edges: Square edge or waney (live) edge options
Construction: May contain joints depending on board size
As a natural timber product, boards may contain small knots, splits or grain variation which adds to their character.
Large solid boards can experience minor natural movement over time, particularly if exposed to moisture or temperature changes.
Make your chopping board truly unique with custom engraving.
You can choose from a selection of engraving fonts shown in the image gallery, or upload your own design.
Perfect for:
• Wedding gifts
• Anniversary presents
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Christmas presents
Engraving Options
• Text engraving
• Image or logo engraving
• Custom designs
All engraving must be provided in black and white JPG/JPEG format.
Our engraving software cannot process colours or shading, so any coloured images will be converted to black and white.
Engraving Placement
By default, engraving will be positioned centrally at the top of the board.
If the board includes a waney (live) edge, engraving will be placed on the opposite side of the live edge for the best visual balance.
If you have specific placement requests, simply add instructions in the order notes at checkout.
Make your chopping board truly unique with custom engraving.
You can choose from a selection of engraving fonts shown in the image gallery, or upload your own design.
Perfect for:
• Wedding gifts
• Anniversary presents
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Christmas presents
Engraving Options
• Text engraving
• Image or logo engraving
• Custom designs
All engraving must be provided in black and white JPG/JPEG format.
Our engraving software cannot process colours or shading, so any coloured images will be converted to black and white.
Engraving Placement
By default, engraving will be positioned centrally at the top of the board.
If the board includes a waney (live) edge, engraving will be placed on the opposite side of the live edge for the best visual balance.
If you have specific placement requests, simply add instructions in the order notes at checkout.
To keep your solid oak chopping board looking its best and performing beautifully for years to come:
• Apply our food-safe board butter regularly to nourish and protect the timber.
• Hand wash only using warm water and mild soap. Wipe dry immediately after cleaning.
• Do not soak the board or leave it submerged in water.
• Never place in a dishwasher.
• Store upright between uses so air can circulate around the board, helping prevent warping.
• Avoid leaving the board in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources.
With proper care and occasional re-oiling, your Celtic Timber oak chopping board will continue to develop character and last for many years.
See our Celtic Timber Board Butter Here
To keep your solid oak chopping board looking its best and performing beautifully for years to come:
• Apply our food-safe board butter regularly to nourish and protect the timber.
• Hand wash only using warm water and mild soap. Wipe dry immediately after cleaning.
• Do not soak the board or leave it submerged in water.
• Never place in a dishwasher.
• Store upright between uses so air can circulate around the board, helping prevent warping.
• Avoid leaving the board in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources.
With proper care and occasional re-oiling, your Celtic Timber oak chopping board will continue to develop character and last for many years.
See our Celtic Timber Board Butter Here
Delivery
All chopping boards are made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop.
Current lead time:
Approximately 2–3 weeks
Delivery across the UK
We ship nationwide using trusted courier and pallet delivery services.
• Smaller boards are sent via courier
• Larger boards may be delivered via pallet
For pallet deliveries, assistance may be required to unload the board from the vehicle.
Shipping costs will be calculated at checkout once your postcode is entered.
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns policy for all non-bespoke items.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us immediately and we will arrange a replacement or refund.
To qualify for a return:
• The item must be unused
• It must be returned in its original packaging
• The return must be requested within 30 days
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or incorrect.
Delivery
All chopping boards are made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop.
Current lead time:
Approximately 2–3 weeks
Delivery across the UK
We ship nationwide using trusted courier and pallet delivery services.
• Smaller boards are sent via courier
• Larger boards may be delivered via pallet
For pallet deliveries, assistance may be required to unload the board from the vehicle.
Shipping costs will be calculated at checkout once your postcode is entered.
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns policy for all non-bespoke items.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us immediately and we will arrange a replacement or refund.
To qualify for a return:
• The item must be unused
• It must be returned in its original packaging
• The return must be requested within 30 days
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or incorrect.
At Celtic Timber, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
We source our timber from responsibly managed certified forests, ensuring the long-term protection of natural woodland ecosystems.
We also actively contribute to environmental restoration projects across the UK, including planting over 12,000 trees on our own land.
By choosing Celtic Timber products, you are supporting a business committed to sustainable forestry, responsible sourcing and long-term environmental stewardship.
At Celtic Timber, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
We source our timber from responsibly managed certified forests, ensuring the long-term protection of natural woodland ecosystems.
We also actively contribute to environmental restoration projects across the UK, including planting over 12,000 trees on our own land.
By choosing Celtic Timber products, you are supporting a business committed to sustainable forestry, responsible sourcing and long-term environmental stewardship.
Solid Oak Chopping Board – James Martin Style Butchers Block (Custom Size, Square or Live Waney Edge)
★★★★★
“Absolutely beautiful quality and perfectly cut to size.” — James H, Surrey
- Solid Oak
- Knife Friendly
- Food Safe Finish
- Sustainably Sourced
- Handmade in Wales
- 100+ Happy Customers
Solid Oak James Martin Style Chopping Board
Handcrafted from premium grade kiln-dried solid French oak, our chunky chopping boards are designed to be both beautiful and practical. Inspired by the style commonly used on James Martin’s Saturday Kitchen, these boards make a stunning centrepiece for any kitchen. This large solid oak chopping board is ideal for food preparation, carving meat, serving platters and kitchen display.
Each board is made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop and hand-finished to highlight the natural grain of the oak.
Perfect for:
• Everyday food preparation
• Serving bread, cheese or charcuterie
• Displaying on your kitchen worktop
• Personalised engraved gifts
Every board is supplied unfinished with our Celtic Timber food-safe board butter, allowing you to nourish and protect the wood naturally.
Why Choose a Celtic Timber Oak Chopping Board?
• Handmade in Wales
• Premium kiln-dried solid oak
• Chunky heavy-duty construction
• Beautiful natural grain and character
• Optional personalised engraving
• Custom sizes available
Each board is unique, meaning the grain, knots and character will vary slightly — giving every piece its own natural charm.
Solid Oak James Martin Style Chopping Board
Handcrafted from premium grade kiln-dried solid French oak, our chunky chopping boards are designed to be both beautiful and practical. Inspired by the style commonly used on James Martin’s Saturday Kitchen, these boards make a stunning centrepiece for any kitchen. This large solid oak chopping board is ideal for food preparation, carving meat, serving platters and kitchen display.
Each board is made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop and hand-finished to highlight the natural grain of the oak.
Perfect for:
• Everyday food preparation
• Serving bread, cheese or charcuterie
• Displaying on your kitchen worktop
• Personalised engraved gifts
Every board is supplied unfinished with our Celtic Timber food-safe board butter, allowing you to nourish and protect the wood naturally.
Why Choose a Celtic Timber Oak Chopping Board?
• Handmade in Wales
• Premium kiln-dried solid oak
• Chunky heavy-duty construction
• Beautiful natural grain and character
• Optional personalised engraving
• Custom sizes available
Each board is unique, meaning the grain, knots and character will vary slightly — giving every piece its own natural charm.
Material: Solid kiln-dried oak
Finish: Supplied unfinished with food-safe board butter
Thickness: Custom thickness available after planing
Edges: Square edge or waney (live) edge options
Construction: May contain joints depending on board size
As a natural timber product, boards may contain small knots, splits or grain variation which adds to their character.
Large solid boards can experience minor natural movement over time, particularly if exposed to moisture or temperature changes.
Material: Solid kiln-dried oak
Finish: Supplied unfinished with food-safe board butter
Thickness: Custom thickness available after planing
Edges: Square edge or waney (live) edge options
Construction: May contain joints depending on board size
As a natural timber product, boards may contain small knots, splits or grain variation which adds to their character.
Large solid boards can experience minor natural movement over time, particularly if exposed to moisture or temperature changes.
Make your chopping board truly unique with custom engraving.
You can choose from a selection of engraving fonts shown in the image gallery, or upload your own design.
Perfect for:
• Wedding gifts
• Anniversary presents
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Christmas presents
Engraving Options
• Text engraving
• Image or logo engraving
• Custom designs
All engraving must be provided in black and white JPG/JPEG format.
Our engraving software cannot process colours or shading, so any coloured images will be converted to black and white.
Engraving Placement
By default, engraving will be positioned centrally at the top of the board.
If the board includes a waney (live) edge, engraving will be placed on the opposite side of the live edge for the best visual balance.
If you have specific placement requests, simply add instructions in the order notes at checkout.
Make your chopping board truly unique with custom engraving.
You can choose from a selection of engraving fonts shown in the image gallery, or upload your own design.
Perfect for:
• Wedding gifts
• Anniversary presents
• Housewarming gifts
• Birthday gifts
• Christmas presents
Engraving Options
• Text engraving
• Image or logo engraving
• Custom designs
All engraving must be provided in black and white JPG/JPEG format.
Our engraving software cannot process colours or shading, so any coloured images will be converted to black and white.
Engraving Placement
By default, engraving will be positioned centrally at the top of the board.
If the board includes a waney (live) edge, engraving will be placed on the opposite side of the live edge for the best visual balance.
If you have specific placement requests, simply add instructions in the order notes at checkout.
To keep your solid oak chopping board looking its best and performing beautifully for years to come:
• Apply our food-safe board butter regularly to nourish and protect the timber.
• Hand wash only using warm water and mild soap. Wipe dry immediately after cleaning.
• Do not soak the board or leave it submerged in water.
• Never place in a dishwasher.
• Store upright between uses so air can circulate around the board, helping prevent warping.
• Avoid leaving the board in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources.
With proper care and occasional re-oiling, your Celtic Timber oak chopping board will continue to develop character and last for many years.
See our Celtic Timber Board Butter Here
To keep your solid oak chopping board looking its best and performing beautifully for years to come:
• Apply our food-safe board butter regularly to nourish and protect the timber.
• Hand wash only using warm water and mild soap. Wipe dry immediately after cleaning.
• Do not soak the board or leave it submerged in water.
• Never place in a dishwasher.
• Store upright between uses so air can circulate around the board, helping prevent warping.
• Avoid leaving the board in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources.
With proper care and occasional re-oiling, your Celtic Timber oak chopping board will continue to develop character and last for many years.
See our Celtic Timber Board Butter Here
Delivery
All chopping boards are made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop.
Current lead time:
Approximately 2–3 weeks
Delivery across the UK
We ship nationwide using trusted courier and pallet delivery services.
• Smaller boards are sent via courier
• Larger boards may be delivered via pallet
For pallet deliveries, assistance may be required to unload the board from the vehicle.
Shipping costs will be calculated at checkout once your postcode is entered.
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns policy for all non-bespoke items.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us immediately and we will arrange a replacement or refund.
To qualify for a return:
• The item must be unused
• It must be returned in its original packaging
• The return must be requested within 30 days
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or incorrect.
Delivery
All chopping boards are made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop.
Current lead time:
Approximately 2–3 weeks
Delivery across the UK
We ship nationwide using trusted courier and pallet delivery services.
• Smaller boards are sent via courier
• Larger boards may be delivered via pallet
For pallet deliveries, assistance may be required to unload the board from the vehicle.
Shipping costs will be calculated at checkout once your postcode is entered.
Returns
We offer a 30-day returns policy for all non-bespoke items.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us immediately and we will arrange a replacement or refund.
To qualify for a return:
• The item must be unused
• It must be returned in its original packaging
• The return must be requested within 30 days
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or incorrect.
At Celtic Timber, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
We source our timber from responsibly managed certified forests, ensuring the long-term protection of natural woodland ecosystems.
We also actively contribute to environmental restoration projects across the UK, including planting over 12,000 trees on our own land.
By choosing Celtic Timber products, you are supporting a business committed to sustainable forestry, responsible sourcing and long-term environmental stewardship.
At Celtic Timber, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
We source our timber from responsibly managed certified forests, ensuring the long-term protection of natural woodland ecosystems.
We also actively contribute to environmental restoration projects across the UK, including planting over 12,000 trees on our own land.
By choosing Celtic Timber products, you are supporting a business committed to sustainable forestry, responsible sourcing and long-term environmental stewardship.
Craftsmanship
Each board is carefully handcrafted in our Pembrokeshire workshop from solid French oak. Every piece is individually finished by hand, meaning no two boards are ever the same.
BUILT TO LAST
Our chunky butcher block boards are made from thick solid oak, giving exceptional durability while remaining naturally knife friendly. With proper care, your board will last for many years.
MADE TO YOUR SIZE
Choose your exact board size, thickness and edge style. Whether you prefer a clean square edge or a natural live edge, every board is made to order.
BUILT TO BE USED
Crafted from carefully selected solid French oak, each chopping board is made to order in our Pembrokeshire workshop. Thick, durable, and naturally knife-friendly, these boards are designed for years of daily use in the kitchen.
Every board is individually machined, sanded, and finished by hand, allowing the natural grain and character of the oak to take centre stage.
Whether used for everyday food preparation or as a striking serving board for guests, this is a piece made to be used — and admired — for many years.
Every board tells a story. Natural grain patterns, knots and subtle tonal variations ensure no two boards are ever the same.
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