From the bustling market towns of Mansfield and Ashfield to smaller villages across the district, these local businesses are gearing up to provide the essential, high-quality meats that form the centerpieces of countless Christmas dinners.
With families planning their holiday meals, the emphasis is firmly on securing everything from succulent free-range turkeys and geese to prime cuts of beef and gammon.
Long-standing local butchers are encouraging customers to beat the last-minute rush by placing their orders early, ensuring they can source the freshest, best quality produce to meet the high seasonal demand.
This annual tradition highlights the enduring importance of local trade in Mansfield, as residents turn to trusted, expert butchers for their festive fare.
Here we take a look at some of the quality butchers customers have rated on Google.
1. Highly rated butchers according to Google Reviews
Take a look at some of the top-rated butchers in the area. Photo: kyle-mackie-qgfjZUXup1M-unsplash
2. C Cassidy and Sons Ltd
C Cassidy and Sons Ltd, 81 Watnall Rd., Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7NL: In business for over 30 years, they offer a wide range of locally sourced meat and homemade products, including pies and ready-to-cook meals. The business is highly rated by customers for its quality produce and friendly service. Customers gave it 4.8 stars out of 89 reviews on Google. Photo: Google Maps
3. Lawrence Severn & Son
Lawrence Severn & Son, 53 High St, Hucknall, Nottingham NG15 7AW: The traditional shop was established in 1979 and offers locally sourced, quality meats, homemade pies, and other goods. Customers gave it five stars out of 36 reviews on Google. Photo: Google Maps
4. Alan's Family Butchers
Alan's Family Butchers, Idlewells Shopping Centre, Indoor Market Hall, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 1BP: The shop is known for 'quality meat and poultry, and cooked meats at affordable prices', and frequently runs weekend offers. Customers have praised the quality of the meat, including for barbecues (ribs, chicken skewers, burgers) and everyday use. Customers gave it 4.6 stars out of five reviews on Google. Photo: Google Maps