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10 Best Butcher Shops in London
London’s butcher shops vary from broad counters suited to catering and events to specialists in prepared cuts, British meat, poultry or Brazilian products. This comparison helps you narrow the choice by shopping purpose, advice and useful extras.
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10 Butchers in London Compared
United Butchers Ltd
United Butchers Ltd is a Woolwich butcher shop supplying fresh meat and a broad range of products for everyday shopping, catering and events. It combines a welcoming counter service with staff who are described as knowledgeable and accommodating. The shop suits home cooks, caterers and event organisers who want to source multiple requirements in one place.
Stands out: A range broad enough for catering and event needs
Home cooks buying fresh meatHome caterers and event organisers sourcing supplies68-86 Powis St, London SE18 6LQ, United KingdomPeckover Butchers
Peckover Butchers sells fresh meat, prepared products and a varied selection of cuts, including skewers, sausages, bacon and Spanish garlic chicken. It suits home cooks, barbecue shoppers and anyone choosing meat for roasting or everyday meals. Staff add value with practical advice on cuts, quantities and cooking methods, from air-frying skewers to slow-roasting beef.
Stands out: Prepared options such as marinated skewers and Spanish garlic chicken
Barbecue shoppers and home cooks choosing meat for specific dishesCustomers looking for advice on cuts and cooking methods195 Roman Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0QY, United KingdomBell & Sons Butchers
Bell & Sons Butchers is a local butcher supplying meat, free-range poultry and ready-to-cook options such as sausages and skewers. It also stocks extras including cheese, crackers and drinks, and offers electric-bike delivery for poultry, making it useful for everyday meals and larger occasions.
Stands out: Free-range poultry delivery by electric bike
Buying butcher’s meat and poultryReady-to-cook optionsChristmas or family meals13A Market Pl, London SE16 3UQ, United KingdomO'Farrells Traditional Family Butchers London
O'Farrells Traditional Family Butchers London is a local butcher shop for shoppers who want meat selected with guidance rather than a supermarket-style range. Its offering includes different cuts, creative sausages, marinated and spiced meats, stir-fry preparations, mince and chicken thighs, alongside seasonal orders such as Christmas turkeys. The team also advises on preparation, cooking and roasting.
Stands out: Offers inventive sausages, marinated meats and prepared stir-fries alongside traditional cuts
Shoppers looking for varied fresh meat and prepared optionsCustomers who want advice on preparation, cooking or roasting35 High Rd, London NW10 2TE, United KingdomFamily Butchers
Family Butchers is a local butcher shop selling fresh meat alongside basic groceries such as fruit and vegetables. The shop suits customers who want personal guidance when choosing cuts and an alternative to supermarket shopping. Its offer can also include cakes baked by the owner’s wife, adding a small bakery selection to the core meat and grocery range.
Stands out: Combines butcher-shop service with basic groceries and occasional homemade cakes
Shoppers seeking fresh meat and personal adviceCustomers wanting a local alternative to supermarket shopping164 Battersea Bridge Rd, London SW11 3AW, United KingdomPerry’s Butchers
Perry’s Butchers is a local butcher in Spitalfields supplying meat including Cumberland sausages, beef and steaks. It suits shoppers planning a special meal or looking for a knowledgeable, well-stocked butcher. The business also hosts experiences such as sausage-making classes, and its cooked steaks have featured as part of the offering described by visitors.
Stands out: Combining a traditional meat selection with sausage-making classes
Shoppers seeking steaks, sausages and other butcher-counter meat6a Lamb St, London E1 6EA, United KingdomBRASEEF Brazilian Butcher
BRASEEF Brazilian Butcher is a butcher shop offering Brazilian meats and deli products. It suits shoppers looking for a broad selection of meat, sausages and Brazilian groceries, whether buying in person or ordering for delivery. Vacuum-sealed packaging and ice packs are used for delivered meat, supporting careful transport and freshness.
Stands out: A wide Brazilian product selection beyond meat
Brazilian meats, sausages and deli productsShoppers ordering meat for delivery410 W Green Rd, Duckett's Green, London N15 3PU, United KingdomGinger Pig
Ginger Pig is an upscale London butcher selling free-range British meat, preserves and hot sausage rolls. It suits home cooks seeking carefully sourced cuts, shoppers after a substantial lunch and people interested in learning about meat. Its offering also includes butchery classes and seasonal experiences, with knowledgeable butchers explaining cuts and preparation.
Stands out: Meat is sourced from free-range animals in the English home counties
Shoppers seeking British meat and prepared foodsCustomers looking for premium cuts and sausage rollsPeople interested in butchery classes8-10 Moxon St, London W1U 4EW, United KingdomThe Ginger Pig
The Ginger Pig is an upscale butcher shop selling free-range British meats, preserves and hot sausage rolls. Its substantial sausage rolls have flaky pastry and a generous meat filling, with pork and Stilton and lamb versions also available. The hot food counter suits sharing, although queues can form and one traditional sausage roll may be large enough for several people.
Stands out: Combines a farm-to-plate butcher shop with a notable hot sausage-roll counter
Shoppers seeking free-range British meatVisitors looking for a substantial hot sausage rollPeople happy to queue for freshly served butcher-shop foodBorough Market, Borough High St, London SE1 1TL, United KingdomPorterford Butchers
Porterford Butchers is a London butcher shop offering a broad selection of meats alongside prepared food and sandwiches. Its range includes chicken, sausage, meatballs and brisket, while the counter also serves items such as a Philly cheesesteak-style sandwich and meal deals with sides and drinks. Staff provide cooking suggestions, making the shop useful for both home cooking and a quick lunch.
Stands out: Cooking advice from knowledgeable counter staff
Shoppers buying a varied selection of meatsOffice workers seeking an affordable hot sandwich or meal deal72 Watling St, London EC4M 9EB, United Kingdom
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What these butcher shops can help you buy
- Fresh meat for everyday cookingUnited Butchers Ltd, Family Butchers and other local counters suit shoppers seeking fresh meat with personal service.
- Catering and event suppliesUnited Butchers Ltd is described as having a broad range for home caterers and event organisers.
- Prepared cuts and ready-to-cook optionsPeckover Butchers and O'Farrells offer items such as skewers, sausages, marinated meats, stir-fries and mince.
- Poultry and complementary foodsBell & Sons supplies free-range poultry and extras including cheese, crackers and drinks.
- Specialist meat and deli productsBRASEEF Brazilian Butcher focuses on Brazilian meats, sausages, deli products and groceries.
- Cooking guidance and classesSeveral shops provide advice on cuts and preparation, while Ginger Pig and Perry’s offer butchery or sausage-making classes.
How to choose a London butcher shop
- Match the range to the occasionFor routine meals, choose a shop with the cuts you use; for events, prioritise the broader catering range described for United Butchers Ltd.
- Decide whether preparation mattersPrepared skewers, marinated meat, sausages or stir-fries may be more useful than traditional cuts when time is limited.
- Ask for cooking guidancePeckover Butchers and O'Farrells are suited to shoppers who want help selecting quantities, cuts or cooking methods.
- Look for a specialist focusChoose BRASEEF for Brazilian products, or consider the shops offering classes if learning about meat is part of the visit.
- Check practical conditionsReview each shop’s current arrangements before travelling, particularly where delivery terms or queues may affect your plan.
Frequently asked questions
Which London butcher shop is described as suitable for catering?
United Butchers Ltd is specifically described as supplying everyday shopping, catering and events, with a broad range and counter service.
Where can I find prepared meat options?
Peckover Butchers lists skewers, sausages, bacon and Spanish garlic chicken; O'Farrells also offers marinated, spiced and stir-fry preparations.
Which shop specialises in Brazilian products?
BRASEEF Brazilian Butcher offers Brazilian meats, sausages, deli products and groceries, with delivery also described.
Can I get advice on cuts and cooking?
Yes. Peckover Butchers and O'Farrells are specifically described as offering practical guidance on cuts, quantities and preparation.