National Craft Butchers Lead the Charge in Celebrating National Butchers’ Week

National Craft Butchers (NCB) proudly continued their support and promotion of National Butchers’ Week this year. Taking place in the first full week in March, this annual celebration brings together butchers from across the UK to honour their craft and educate the public about the exceptional quality of meat they prepare and sell every day.

National Butchers’ Week is a vital event designed to spotlight the dedication and skill of butchers who play an essential role in the food supply chain. National Craft Butchers, a leading trade association committed to upholding the standards and traditions of the trade, has been taking proactive steps to ensure this week continues to be celebrated.

Eleanor O’Brien, Managing Director of National Craft Butchers said, “We are proud to continue promoting this week to highlight the hard work and craftsmanship from butchers around the country.”

Commitment to Quality and Tradition

Despite a shifting landscape where some industry players may not have been as actively involved, National Craft Butchers remain committed in their mission to elevate the profile of butchers nationwide. By championing National Butchers’ Week, they aimed to:

Media coverage

Several of our members appeared on National and local news, promoting National Butchers Week touching on many topics including sustainability, both in terms of meat supply, the direction of the industry, and the support available to butchers from their trade association.

A Call to Action

National Craft Butchers encourages all members of the public to continue visiting their local butcher and experiencing firsthand the quality and expertise they bring to the table.