Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Catering and Traditional Butchery Services in Okehampton
Established in 1952, we are a family-run business with over 60 years of expertise in providing high-quality butchery and catering services. Our commitment to sourcing premium, locally reared Dartmoor meat from trusted farmers ensures exceptional produce for both retail and event catering. We pride ourselves on traditional methods, including hanging beef for up to four weeks to enhance flavour, and offer a comprehensive hog roast service for weddings and corporate events.Our PAI Certificate of Compliance underscores our dedication to authenticity, guaranteeing all meat is UK-sourced. With two shops in Devon and nationwide delivery, we combine heritage with modern convenience to deliver excellence in every product and service.
Services
Hog roast catering
Traditional butchery
Meat delivery
Event catering
Restaurant service
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of expertise in traditional butchery and catering.
- Our meat is exclusively sourced from trusted UK farmers we've worked with for decades.
- We hold the PAI Certificate of Compliance for authentic, locally sourced produce.
- Our hog roast service features on-site cooking with state-of-the-art rotisserie ovens.
- We provide nationwide delivery with temperature-controlled packaging for freshness.
Associations and certifications
- PAI Certificate of Compliance
What people say
Fantastic well priced local produce
Best sausages I've ever had
First class service
Taste the difference
Perfect atmosphere for gatherings
Services
Hog roast catering
Professional hog roast service for weddings and corporate events using state-of-the-art rotisserie ovens. Meat cooked on-site from fresh with visible spit-roasting process. Includes delivery, preparation, cooking, and serving for hassle-free events. Serves up to 200 guests with traditional presentation and carving.
Traditional butchery
Family-run butchery offering locally sourced Dartmoor meat from trusted farmers. Specialises in matured beef hung for four weeks, handmade sausages, and premium cuts. Available in-store at Chagford and Okehampton locations with expert advice on cuts and cooking methods.
Meat delivery
Nationwide delivery of premium meats in temperature-controlled packaging. Next-day dispatch available for orders placed before midday. 24-hour courier service with delivery options for specific timeframes. Free delivery for orders over 150 to UK mainland addresses.
Event catering
Full-service catering for special occasions including weddings, anniversaries, and corporate functions. Menu options featuring locally sourced meats prepared using traditional methods. Includes on-site cooking demonstrations and professional serving staff for an immersive dining experience.
Restaurant service
Dining venue offering breakfast and lunch menus featuring AL Martin & Son's premium meat cuts. Special steak nights available with expertly prepared dishes. Located in Okehampton with seating for casual dining and coffee service throughout the day.
Questions
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver nationwide across the UK Mainland with free delivery for orders over £150. For deliveries outside mainland UK, please contact us directly for quotes.
How is your meat sourced?
All our meat comes from local Dartmoor farmers we've personally worked with for over 30 years, ensuring quality and authenticity with our PAI-certified supply chain.
Can I order for a large event?
Yes, we cater for events of all sizes with our hog roast service and banquet menus. Our team handles preparation, cooking, and serving on-site for weddings and corporate functions.
What makes your hog roast different?
We cook fresh whole pigs on-site using state-of-the-art rotisserie ovens, not pre-cooked meat. The visible cooking process creates an engaging centrepiece for your event with authentic carved meat.
How should I store delivered meat?
Our temperature-controlled packaging maintains freshness for 48 hours. We recommend refrigerating products immediately upon delivery at 0-5°C and consuming within the stated shelf life.
Do you offer custom meat cuts?
Our butchers can prepare bespoke cuts to your specifications. Please contact our Okehampton or Chagford shops directly to discuss your requirements with our expert team.
Reviews (5)
Paul Freer
Oct 31, 2021
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Went in at 3-20pm , an hour and 40 minutes before closing time and asked for some slices of ham and turkey. Was told couldn't cut any because he had already cleaned down the machine. 1 why is the machine being cleaned so early and 2 any butcher of any quality would then have offered to hand calve it. He did say I have a few slices of ham already cut. He then placed them into a bag and weighed it including the sealed bag weight. Nice way of charging more. We have no idea how much the ham cost as we weren't told.Waitrose over the road gave you service with a smile and was cheaper.
David Mutton
May 29, 2021
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As an ex butcher from 20 years past ,it's nice to see this one thriving.great meat and pasties.not many shops left like this one.
Knocks spots off so called meat counters on supermarkets.
Knocks spots off so called meat counters on supermarkets.
Jeff Jones
Jan 08, 2021
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Well to start with.. the most beautifully aged Devon reared fillet steak. Simply exceptional. The lamb and mint pasties are to die for .A Sunday dinner wrapped in the most delightful pastry. Top Class produce and service.
Chrissy Rose Rampton
Nov 12, 2020
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So friendly and helpful. Yesterday my mother in law went to get sausages for my dog as she loves there sausages and we knew it was her last day. Can't recomend these guys enough.. They made a very happy dog and genuinely so kind.
Penny Wright
Sep 12, 2020
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Part of coming to Okehampton is knowing my parents get their meat from Martins.
Steak was fantastic tonight and looking forward to roast beef tomorrow. Great butchers with consistent quality.
Steak was fantastic tonight and looking forward to roast beef tomorrow. Great butchers with consistent quality.
