Members

Cork Industry Federation:
Our members

The Cork Industry Federation is an association of companies involved in the importation, manufacture and distribution of cork products in the UK and for export throughout the world.

The Federation seeks to uphold quality standards within the industry and to promote the use of cork in its many different applications.

Below is a complete list of all our members, together with a brief description of each company.

Feel free to contact the federation with any enquiries – these will be circulated to the relevant members, or contact them directly from the links below.

Members of the Cork Industry Federation

Anglo-Portuguese Cork

Anglo-Portuguese Cork Company has been supplying cork to UK and European companies for over 50 years. Granulated cork, insulation cork, cork rolls, sheets and blocks are supplied to many industries including Marine, Construction, Film, Rail, Defence to name just a few. In addition to industrial uses they supply cork flooring and underlay, wall coverings and notice boards.

Anglo-Portuguese Cork Co. Ltd
North View House, Slaley, Hexham
Northumberland NE47 0AA

Tel: + 44 (0)7799 656523

Beach Bros

Beach Bros has been manufacturing and distributing cork products for over 140 years. Their wealth of knowledge built up over five generations, enables them to produce virtually any product or component from natural or agglomerated cork. Their showroom is the only dedicated cork showroom in the UK and displays their range of cork flooring, cork fabrics, cork wallcoverings and featured custom products. Their in-house manufacturing facility stretches over 450m² which enables them to produce and develop products from prototype stage through to production volumes as well as true unique one-offs.

Beach Bros Ltd
Western Road, Exeter
Devon EX4 1EQ

Tel: +44 (0)1392 257891

Berlin Packaging UK

Berlin Packaging UK is a subsidiary of Berlin Packaging, located in the United Kingdom. Together with Berlin Packaging South Africa, they are part of the EMEA division of the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier ® of glass, plastic and metal containers and closures. With 100+ years in the packaging industry, 1,700+ packaging professionals and a global network of suppliers and warehouses, Berlin Packaging provide extraordinary packaging to customers worldwide.

Berlin Packaging UK
Lady Lane, Hadleigh, Ipswich
Suffolk IP7 6AS

Tel: +44 (0)1473 823011

Charles Cantrill

Charles Cantrill Ltd are manufacturers and suppliers to Industry. They supply to the gasket cutting trade, automation and electrical trades, fancy goods, orthopaedic industry, the Ministry of Defence and the Leisure industry to name just a few. They export to many countries including Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Italy and Austria. Since re-locating to larger premises in the West Midlands, they have been able to hold more stock and have increased production levels. Many customers require a next day service, so they operate between 5 and 6 carrier companies to help with deliveries all over the country with a before 9am service available should it be required.

Charles Cantrill Ltd
Unit F3, Anchorbrook Industrial Estate
Lockside, Aldridge

West Midlands WS9 8BZ

Tel: +44 (0)1922 455736

CDC. Craft Design Construction

CDC. Craft Design Construction is a supplier of different types of cork products and materials from Portugal, including cork flooring, wall coverings, toys, and homeware. Also a range of sustainable and innovative rugs made from woven cork and cotton or wool – remnants left over from Portugal’s clothing and textile industry. Craft Design Construction Ltd was founded in 2012 by the late Cristina Isabel D’Cotta Carreras Claridge, Architect (FAUP), and the company continues under the directorship of her husband, Richard, who is also an architect.

CDC. Craft Design Construction Ltd
Cristina D’Cotta Legacy, Flat B, 54 Rosslyn Hill
London NW3 1ND

Tel: +44 (0)7881 424262

CorkSol UK Ltd

CorkSol is the exclusive UK distributor of SprayCork, the original breathable coating, which uses natural cork to provide durable, waterproof and weather resistant coatings for commercial and domestic buildings. Designed for exterior and interior application, SprayCork provides a long-lasting, flexible and breathable finish that insulates and waterproofs buildings as well as providing thermal and acoustic protection against damp, condensation, algae and moss. Available in a wide range of colour options, SprayCork coatings are eco-friendly, energy-saving and environmentally responsible and come with a 25 year warranty.

SprayCork from CorkSol – the natural, breathable building coating for commercial and domestic use with a 25 year guarantee.

CorkSol UK Ltd
Unit 1B, 1C and 1D Netherton Mill
Holdsworth Road, Holmfield
Halifax HX3 6FD

Tel: +44 (0)1484 442420

Euro Strategies

Euro Strategies is a marketing, communications and PR agency with a wealth of experience in media relations, copywriting and marketing campaigns. They offer clients strong commercial experience and know-how and the ability to develop effective PR and marketing campaigns. The range of services they offer include advertising, copywriting, design, digital marketing, editorials, environmental campaigns, event management, exhibition management, media relations, PR management, product launches, sales promotions, SMS/MMS marketing, social marketing and website development.

Euro Strategies
Ginestra, Broom Way, Weybridge

Surrey KT13 9TQ

Tel: +44 (0)7814 919112

Ley Rubber

Suppliers of cork closures, materials and products. Cork / Rubber laminates.

Ley Rubber Ltd
Polymer House, Admin Road
Knowsley Industrial Estate
Liverpool L33 7TX

Tel: +44 (0)151 5452727

Portuguese Cork Supplies

Established in the UK since 1978, now part of HS French Flint Ltd, and with very close connections in Portugal, PCS are able to supply or manufacture most types of cork closure in any grade or quantity, together with technical advice. Their cork stoppers are from high quality manufacturers using the latest techniques to minimise taint. Complementary products that they supply are PVC shrink capsules, foil capsules and hand corking machines. They also supply many other specialised cork products.

Portuguese Cork Supplies (PCS)
The Gallery, Springalls Wharf
25a Bermondsey Wall West
London SE16 4TH

Tel: +44 (0)20 72371750

Portuguese Treasures

Portuguese Treasures Ltd was established in 2011 as specialists in traditional, sustainable, eco-friendly products for the home exclusively sourced in Portugal. Our collection features a diverse selection of cork items, from flooring and wall tiles to thermal and acoustic insulation, as well as homewares and yoga accessories.

Portuguese Treasures Ltd
West Barn Business Park, Unit 11
Wimborne Road
Blandford Forum
Dorset DT11 9HN

Tel: +44 (0)7831 505496

Puretree Cork

Puretree is the largest stockist of quality cork fabric, flooring and wall tiles in the UK. Their range is unique in offering the only fire rated cork wall coverings for commercial applications in a wide variety of formats and colours. They know that no two projects are alike, that’s why they also offer a bespoke design service to create unique products from prototype stages, through to full production runs. Their friendly team are always on hand to talk about projects of all shapes and sizes, so whether you’re looking for something specific, or want to explore some of the possibilities for your project, book an appointment and come in to speak to a member of their team or email them for further information.

Puretree Cork
Western Road, Exeter
Devon EX4 1EQ

Tel: +44 (0)1392 849116

RANKIN Brothers & Sons

Founded in 1774, RANKIN is the only UK company to own and manage cork forests, thereby controlling the process from acorn through to finished product. RANKIN supports the Beers, Wines & Spirits sectors with the development and supply of quality Wine Corks, T Top Stoppers & Closures that add value to our customers brands. RANKIN manufactures in Portugal and in the UK.

Rankin Brothers & Sons
3c Drakes Farm, Drakes Drive
Long Crendon
Buckinghamshire HP18 9BA

Tel: +44 (0)1844 203100

SPD UK

SPD UK stands for Streames Product Distribution UK. They are a manufacturer and distributor of cork products in the UK with premises in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. It all started from a hobby of building model railways, but they soon began to realise there was a lot more that cork has to offer, and they are now one of the largest stockists of agglomerated cork rolls and cork sheets in the UK. All of their cork is sourced from Portugal and is 100% natural. Their range of products includes cork underlay, large cork sheets, wall cork, cork for pinboards, self-adhesive wall tiles, decorative wall tiles, model railway cork products, coaster cork and cork flooring. They also offer a custom cutting service if you are looking for a bespoke cut and have a range of machinery available that can cut different shapes and sizes.

SPD UK
Unit 16-18 Rabans Close
Rabans Lane Industrial Estate, Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire HP19 8RS

Tel: +44 (0)1296 334677

WineLogistics

WineLogistics is a leading service provider for the UK wine trade, offering international shipping, UK haulage, deliveries, event management, logistics, and fulfilment services, as well as temperature-controlled storage. They are also pioneers in waste management for this field, working with supermarkets and retailers like Majestic Wine Stores to offer a nationwide service for collecting used cork bottle stoppers. WineLogistics then transforms this useful natural material by grinding the cork into granules, which are subsequently made into new products. For instance, the Eden Project in Cornwall, the horticultural trade, and many private gardeners in the UK are now using these cork granules as mulch to control weeds, retain moisture, and regulate soil temperature.

Wine Logistics Ltd
14 St George’s Industrial Estate
White Lion Road, Amersham
Buckinghamshire HP7 9JQ

Tel: +44 (0)1494 765823

XLCORK

XLCORK is an innovative British company selling eye-catching and contemporary furniture made from 100% sustainable Portuguese cork. Founded in 2012 by award-winning designer Stewart Rose, XLCORK specialises in novelty and unusual products you won’t find on the high street. These include Giant Champagne Cork seats and side tables which are now exported to over 45 countries. The range has grown over the years and consists of over 35 ‘off-the-shelf’ items and each year complete approx. 20 commission projects. Particular growth has been found in the hospitality trade, with hotels, restaurants and bars stocking their products. XLCORK also offer a full bespoke service that enables customers to personalise product with their logo’s and/or individual message.

XLCORK.com
Unit 22, Rockhaven Business Park
Triangle Park, Gloucester
Gloucestershire GL1 1AJ

Tel: +44 (0)7717 755355