Turning Heathland into Warm Homes!

On the wild heathlands of the West, bracken and gorse grow thick and fast. Left unchecked, they can take over and prevent other plants from thriving. But through our Heathland Social Enterprise project, we have found a way to turn these plants into something valuable for both people and nature.

The project collects bracken and gorse and transforms them into eco-friendly briquettes. Locally made and burning hot, these briquettes provide a sustainable source of fuel, helping families living with fuel poverty stay warm through the colder months. At the same time, removing excess bracken and gorse supports biodiversity and encourages the growth of native plants and wildlife on the heathlands.

Funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund, the project brings together community support, sustainable land management, and wildlife protection, showing how local action can make a difference for people and the environment alike.

Sacks of briquettes, known as TWYMO briquettes (meaning “to warm up” in Welsh), are available for free at the following locations:

• PATCH Charity Shop, Milford Haven – Mon–Fri, 10am–2pm

• Cardigan Food Bank – Tue & Fri, 10am–3pm

  
  

TWYMO briquettes are more than just fuel. They keep homes warm, support local wildlife, and strengthen the community — proving that even the wildest heathland can give something back.