Your local source for craft beef, chicken, pork, and lamb

It’s not just about slapping a label on it, is it? For us, craft means understanding the animal, the farmer, and what you’re trying to achieve in the kitchen. We’ve been doing this in Bray for years, getting to know the real cooks and families who depend on us for quality. It’s a connection you don’t get from a supermarket freezer aisle. We source everything within Ireland, keeping it traceable and tasting like it should. We’re talking about meat that sings.

What makes our craft meats different

Look, anyone can sell you a steak. But can they tell you about the specific breed, the field it grazed in, or the precise moment it was hung to dry? We can. That’s the difference between commodity and craft.

We work with a few small, dedicated farmers. It’s not about volume; it’s about integrity. When you buy our beef, you’re tasting that commitment. Same for the pork, the lamb, the chicken. We don’t cut corners on welfare or feeding.

Consider the sausage. Most places just dump whatever trimmings they have into a casing. Ours? We’re talking about specific cuts, carefully blended, seasoned with intent. We’ve had customers from Kingsridge tell us they can taste the difference in our Cumberland or our Irish Pork. It’s about respect for the ingredients.

• Grass-fed for flavour, not just a buzzword.
• Dry-aged beef that actually breaks down properly.
• Pork with marbling that means something.
• Free-range chicken – you can see the difference in the colour and texture.
• Lamb raised on pasture, never pushed.
• Our charcuterie uses traditional methods, slow-cured.
• Traceability from farm gate to your plate.

Our approach to sourcing and preparation

When we talk about a full-animal approach, it’s not a marketing spin. It means we honour the whole animal. Nothing goes to waste. We’re not just chasing the prime cuts. This dedication allows us to offer you a better value, and it supports those farmers who go the extra mile. It’s a more responsible way to butcher, and frankly, it yields superior results. We’re talking cuts like bavette, skirt, and onglet for beef – flavour bombs that deserve attention. These aren’t common in every shop, but they should be. We’ve written a bit about what we found with a similar focus on local sourcing here.

Cut	Our Craft Standard	What You Might Find Elsewhere
Steak	Minimum 21-day dry-aged, specific breed focus	Maybe 7-day wet-age, generic ‘beef’
Pork Belly	Thick-cut, excellent marbling, great for crispy crackling	Often thin, inconsistent fat layers
Sausage	Premium pork cuts, balanced seasoning, natural casings	Mixed trimmings, fillers, artificial casings

The cheapest cut is rarely the best value.

We believe in using traditional butchery skills, honed over years. It’s about understanding the muscle structure, how to best break down the carcass, and how to present it so you can cook it perfectly. We use modern techniques where they make sense, like vacuum sealing for freshness, but the core is old-school expertise. Even when we send things out to places like Lakeridge Run, the care is the same.

Ordering for your kitchen, near or far

You can absolutely get in touch with us in Bray. reach out, have a chat about what you’re planning for dinner. We love talking meat. But if you’re further afield, or just short on time, our online shop is the way to go. We pack everything with insulated liners and ice packs. Your order arrives via express refrigerated courier, usually within 24 hours of dispatch. No thawing, no fuss. We want it to arrive as if you’d just picked it up yourself. This is why we’ve invested in the right shipping setup.

If it doesn’t need to be this good, we wouldn’t do it.

Common questions about craft beef chicken pork lamb sausage in Bray

Do you only sell beef, pork, lamb, and sausage?

Primarily, yes. Those are our core craft meats. We also offer excellent free-range chicken and a range of charcuterie, all made with the same commitment to quality and sourcing.

Is your meat locally sourced within Ireland?

Absolutely. Everything we offer comes from trusted, small-batch farmers right here in Ireland. We know them personally.

How do you ensure freshness when shipping?

We use express refrigerated courier services with insulated packaging and ice packs to maintain the perfect temperature from our shop to your door.

What makes your sausages ‘craft’?

We use specific, high-quality cuts of meat, not just trimmings, and blend them with carefully chosen seasonings. We never use fillers or artificial additives.

Can I get my order delivered in Bray?

Yes, you certainly can. Just select the delivery option at checkout. It’s a great way to save on shipping if you’re nearby.

What does ‘full-animal approach’ mean for me?

It means we use every part of the animal with respect, leading to better value for you and less waste. It also allows us to offer unique and flavourful lesser-known cuts.

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Citations

• https://www.thebutchersclub.co.uk/artisan-sausage-guide
• https://www.cloverleaf-dairy.co.uk/organic
• https://www.compassioninfoodproduction.com/resources/chicken-welfare/
• https://www.qmscotland.co.uk/assurance/scotch-lamb
• https://www.healeysfarm.co.uk/free-range-pork
• https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/organic-dairy-farming-support

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