Smiths Of Axford

29/01/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mike. He passed away peacefully on 26th January at Brendoncare nursing home aged 88.

A much loved husband, father, grandfather and friend. A kind, generous family man and a huge presence at Smiths of Axford - your countless stories and infectious smile will be sorely missed Mike.

At Mikes request there will be no funeral.
A celebration of his life will be held at Mildenhall village hall on Saturday 14th February from 2.30.
All friends and family welcome.

If you would like to say a personal goodbye, Mike will be lying at rest at North Wiltshire Crematorium on Saturday 14th February between 11.30 and 12.00

03/01/2026

Wishing Grant Davies all the best for the upcoming season. New livery looks incredible.

28/10/2025

A huge thanks to all of my sponsors for their support this season.
Without the help of each and everyone of them I wouldn't be able to race and compete.
It's been a great season for both of my clubs Leicester Lions Speedway and Glasgow Tigers Speedway
Reaching two finals with both clubs and just missing out was heartbreaking but we will dust ourselves down and go again.
Finally, thanks to all the supporters who have supported me this season.
See you in 2026.

25/10/2025

First fire of the season for me, starting to get chilly now. Who else has lit theirs on tonight?? (Need photo evidence 😉)

Hope you all enjoy your extra hour in bed 😴 I know I will!

23/10/2025

Safety tips to reduce your risk of chimney fire:
🟠 Burn dry quality fuels
🟠 Store your fuel a safe distance from your stove
🟠 Use your stove as per your manufacturer's instructions
🟠 Maintain regular sweeping and servicing routines

Follow the below link to find advice and your local wood fuel supplier. 👇🔗 Check out HETAS for Sweep & Service Technicians. 🎩🧰

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24/03/2025

👏🏻👊🏻✊🏻

RESULT | Excellent away win for Leicester Lions Speedway
Pleased with my own performance.
British Speedway

03/09/2024

30/07/2024

Wanted to say a big congratulations to Grant Davies for bringing home his first 1st place finish this weekend at Castle Combe. Keep pushing Grant, the rookie title will be yours 👊🏻✊🏻

08/07/2024

It is with great sadness we have to announce the passing of Peter Smith. Peter (91) passed away in the early hours of Monday 24th of June after a short spell in hospital. His funeral will be held in Axford church on Monday 15th at 2pm. Therefore, the yard won’t be open on this day.

Peter took over the company along with his brothers from their father and worked tirelessly to get to where we are today, changing from transport to buses to coal and logs along the way. Peter was still delivering logs into his early 80s and then would be seen regularly around the yard. He loved meeting all of his wonderful customers and would always try and wind a few up. Up until the day he died he was still asking how many log orders there were to be done 😂 A big thank you to everyone who would stop and chat to him, it really made his day.