Hello , Paulsteven , glad to have another Brit with us. My good friend ,Danny (KC5TPY) will be co0nversing with you shortly.
However , your choice of woods includes any Fruit (Cherry , Apple , Pear ,etc.) or Nut bearing trees ,Oak being a great wood.
Now , contact Danny Boy and get to be friends. He's an old Texas boy and knows his way around a Smoker...
Oh, yes , send plenty of Q-view (Pics).
Have fun and . . .