Derbyshire's meat producers are some of the most committed to provenance and animal welfare you'll find anywhere. Unthank Hall in Holmesfield has been farmed by the same family for over 500 years and today rears grass-fed Dexter cattle certified by A Greener World. Derbyshire Dales Organics produces organic beef, lamb, and preservative-free bacon from the Meynell Langley Estate. Traditional butchers like Robin Maycock in Chesterfield have been trading since 1850.
The county's landscape is perfectly suited to livestock farming. The Peak District uplands support hill sheep and hardy cattle breeds, while the lower valleys provide rich grazing for dairy and beef herds. Many producers process on site, meaning the journey from field to counter is measured in metres rather than miles.
Supermarket lamb travels an average of 3,200 miles. Your local Derbyshire farm is a few miles away. Enter your postcode to find meat and poultry producers near you.
