Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Butchers in Sherburn-in-Elmet, Leeds
Established in 1981, C & G Starkey Family Butchers has served Sherburn-in-Elmet, Leeds, and surrounding areas for over four decades. Our family-run business spans three generations, combining traditional butchery skills with modern quality standards. We prioritise local sourcing, partnering with providers like Ledston Estate just three miles from our shop. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition through the Guild of Q membership since 2000 and the 2006 Outstanding Customer Service award. We maintain rigorous annual assessments to uphold our reputation for superior meat and service. Our team takes pride in personal customer relationships, offering tailored advice and fulfilling specific requests.All products, from matured beef to handmade sausages, reflect our dedication to British provenance. Regular audits ensure compliance with industry-leading technical and service standards. We balance professionalism with a warm, approachable atmosphere that values customer interaction. Our accolades include features in Clarissa's cookbook and Rick Stein's Food Heroes. Continuous improvement drives our innovations in product range and shop presentation while preserving traditional values.
Services
Matured Beef
Yorkshire Lamb
Pork Products
Sausage Making
Burgers
BBQ Meats
Dry Cured Bacon
Offal
Cooked Meats
Festive Orders
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Three generations of butchery expertise since 1981
- All meats sourced within 3 miles of our shop
- Guild of Q members with annual quality assessments
- Award-winning pork pies and specialist cuts
- Personalised service with customer-specific requests fulfilled
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Q
Services
Matured Beef
Our matured beef undergoes controlled aging for enhanced tenderness and flavour. Sourced from local farms within 3 miles, each cut is hand-selected by master butchers. Available as steaks, joints, or bespoke cuts to customer specifications.
Yorkshire Lamb
Fresh Yorkshire lamb from trusted regional suppliers. Offered as whole carcasses, primal cuts, or prepared dishes. Regular quality checks ensure consistent marbling and texture. Popular for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Pork Products
Comprehensive pork selection including fresh cuts, cured items, and award-winning pork pies. Products use heritage breed pigs from nearby farms. Speciality sausages and bacon made daily using traditional recipes.
Sausage Making
Handmade sausages prepared to order with customer-chosen meat-to-fat ratios and seasoning blends. Available with or without casings. Regular quality audits ensure consistent texture and flavour profiles.
Festive Orders
Seasonal meat preparation for holidays including turkeys, hams, and specialty cuts. Online ordering system with pre-booked collection slots. All items freshly prepared on-site by experienced butchery staff.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Sherburn-in-Elmet, Leeds, West Yorkshire, and surrounding villages within a 15-mile radius of our shop.
Are your meats locally sourced?
Yes, all meats come from farms within 3 miles of our Wolsey Parade location, including Ledston Estate.
Do you offer custom meat cuts?
Yes, our butchers provide tailored cutting services to meet specific customer requirements for all meat types.
Are you part of the Guild of Q?
We've been Guild of Q members since 2000, passing annual quality assessments with top marks.
What awards have you won?
We received the 2006 Outstanding Customer Service award and feature in Rick Stein's Food Heroes.
Do you prepare festive orders?
Yes, we offer Christmas meat preparation with online ordering and pre-booked collection slots.
