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Artisan Butcher Shop in Ripley | Walkers Butcher Shop
Walkers Butcher Shop has been a trusted provider of premium meats since 1961, serving the Ripley community with dedication and expertise. Our family-run business prioritises traditional butchery methods, sourcing all meat locally from free-range farms and nearby markets to ensure animal welfare and freshness. We hang beef for 21 days and lamb for 10 days on-site, enhancing flavour and reducing shrinkage compared to supermarket alternatives.Our award-winning sausages, handmade on-premises, and dry-cured bacon exemplify our commitment to quality. With a skilled team of butchers, we maintain the highest hygiene standards, achieving a Grade 5 health rating. As the third-generation owner, Paul Walker continues his father's legacy, blending decades of experience with modern techniques to deliver exceptional products and service.
Services
Fresh Meats
Sausages
Bacon
Pies
Lunch Menu
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in traditional butchery.
- All meat is locally sourced from free-range farms and markets.
- We produce 98% of our products on-site for guaranteed quality.
- Awarded the highest Grade 5 health and safety rating.
- Family-run business combining heritage with modern techniques.
Services
Fresh Meats
Walkers Butcher Shop offers locally sourced beef, lamb, pork, and chicken, all hung on-site for optimal flavour. Our meats come from free-range farms committed to animal welfare, ensuring tender, juicy cuts with minimal shrinkage during cooking.
Award-Winning Sausages
Our signature sausages are made daily using traditional recipes and locally sourced pork. Recognised for excellence, they feature natural casings and seasonings that deliver rich, consistent flavour in every bite.
Dry-Cured Bacon
We produce dry-cured bacon on-site by salting, rinsing, and hanging pork for enhanced depth of flavour. This method avoids water injection, resulting in firmer texture and superior taste compared to commercial varieties.
Pies & Sausage Rolls
Our bakery range includes pork pies, meat pies, and sausage rolls made with shortcrust pastry and high-quality fillings. All items are freshly prepared daily using recipes perfected over decades of family tradition.
Lunch Menu
The lunch menu features handmade burgers, sausages, and steak cobnuts using premium cuts. Served with locally baked bread and seasonal sides, these meals showcase our commitment to quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods.
People
Paul Walker
Owner
Third-generation butcher Paul Walker has managed the shop since 2001. He began working alongside his father at age 13, mastering traditional techniques while modernising operations to maintain quality and customer service.
Peter Walker
Founder
Peter Walker established the business in 1961, transitioning the shop from a fancy goods store to a respected butcher. His emphasis on quality and community service laid the foundation for the shop's enduring success.
Questions
What makes Walkers Butcher Shop's meat different?
Our beef is hung for 21 days and lamb for 10 days on-site, enhancing flavour and reducing shrinkage compared to supermarket meat.
Do you source meat locally?
Yes, all our meat comes from local free-range farms and nearby markets to support regional agriculture and animal welfare.
Are your products made on-site?
We produce 98% of our products, including sausages, bacon, and pies, fresh in-house daily.
How long has Walkers Butcher Shop been operating?
We've served the community since 1961, now in our third generation of family ownership.
What health and safety standards do you meet?
We maintain the highest Grade 5 health rating through rigorous hygiene practices and staff training.
Reviews (6)
Tina Whitham
Jun 22, 2021
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Have tried various meats from Walkers and all have been delicious……….no complaints whatsoever! Had Italian pork and beef meatballs tonight and will definitely be buying again…..scrummy! The ‘three for £10’ packs are brilliant for us, most have just enough for two! Wouldn’t go anywhere else 🍔🍖🥓🥩🍗
Gemma Louise
Jan 30, 2021
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Always buy my meat from Walkers and it is absolutely lovely. This evening we treated ourselves to some fillet steak and it was absolutely amazing! Thank you to you all!
May Lou
Jul 02, 2020
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Recently called here for a pork and stuffing cob and was super astounded by the tone of the man serving me! Very rude and spoke to me like a was muck on the floor, only asked for abit of fat on my cob! Pity really as the food was really nice. But service was appalling!
Emma Brown
May 09, 2020
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My mum used to use Walkers butchers when I was a child as we lived in Ripley. Last week I Ordered from Walkers for the first time online. Great prices, delivery on the same day and amazing meat, just as I… remember from years ago! Will be ordering again. The best lamb and mint burgers and the best pork and tomato sausage for the bbq!
Chris Griffin
Apr 30, 2020
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Yesterday was the first time i had ever ordered or had anything from this butcher. I must say there are very friendly and officiant delivered my order same day all the meat looks amazing an you definitely recommend to anyone to shop there 10/10 service
Heather Brown
Apr 25, 2020
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Had the best BBQ spatchcock chicken tonight thanks to these guys and their amazing produce and service! It goes without saying that the lengths this team has gone to during these difficult times is outstanding and I hope we all return the favour and continue to support them once we are through this.
