About FindMyButcher – the UK Directory for Independent Butchers and Meat Boxes
FindMyButcher is a UK directory for independent butcher shops and direct meat boxes, created to help people find genuine butchers and responsibly sourced meat across the UK.
It exists to make one thing clear: there is a difference between a proper butcher and a business that simply sells meat.
FindMyButcher focuses on the former.
Why FindMyButcher exists
FindMyButcher exists to help customers find proper butchers who know where their meat comes from and care about its quality.
By focusing on independent butchers who cut meat in-house and understand their sourcing, FindMyButcher makes it easier to choose meat with confidence.
What we mean by an independent butcher
When FindMyButcher lists a butcher shop, it is focusing on how the work is done, not branding or scale.
In general, an independent butcher will:
Cut meat in-house
Work with whole carcasses or primals
Be able to explain sourcing clearly
Employ trained, experienced butchers
Prioritise quality and skill over volume
We don’t judge flavour, style, or price.
We focus on practice and transparency.
What are direct meat boxes?
FindMyButcher also lists direct meat boxes, which are sold straight to customers without supermarket involvement.
A direct meat box may be:
Prepared by an independent butcher
Sold by a small producer working with local butchers
Delivered locally or nationwide
These listings are kept separate from butcher shops, so customers can clearly choose whether they want to visit a local butcher or order meat directly.
How listings work
FindMyButcher is designed to be open and accessible to independent businesses.
Independent butcher shops can list for free
Direct meat boxes can also be listed for free
Free listings allow customers to find essential information such as location, contact details, and what each business offers.
Some businesses choose to upgrade to an enhanced listing.
Enhanced listings allow butchers and meat box sellers to present more detail about how they work, their sourcing, and the services they offer.
Enhanced features may include:
Additional photos and descriptions
Highlighted services (such as meat boxes, dry ageing, or in-house sausage making)
Greater visibility within relevant searches
Upgrading is optional.
Free listings remain visible and searchable.