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The North East Butchers, Fishmongers and Delis Blacks Corner
Eat and Drink
February 2025
Reading time 3 Minutes

When it comes to the best meat and fish around, shop local

From meat straight from the butchers' block to locally-caught fish and the finest delis packed with the best produce - here's where you'll find it all in the North East.
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Castle Bank Butchers

Barnard Castle, Stanhope, Crook and Corbridge 
castlebankbutchers.co.uk
From succulent steaks to sustainable game and poultry, Castle Bank Butchers have been supplying premium meat to customers across the North East for 45 years. All of their meat is fully traceable right back to the farm, so quality is a guarantee. Stop by any of their four locations to stock up.

Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food

Taylor Drive, Alnwick NE66 2DJ
turnbullsfood.co.uk
The perfect destination for local food shopping all under one roof, the butcher’s counter here is packed with high-quality local meat as well as pies and pastries. For cheese and preserves stop by the deli. Looking for gift inspiration? Shop their curated Valentine’s collection online.

L. Robson & Sons

Haven Hill, Craster NE66 3TR
kipper.co.uk
Home of the world-famous traditional Craster kippers, this business has been in the same family for generations and they have used the same methods to produce their fish for nearly 100 years. Oak-smoking the kippers for up to 16 hours gives them their famous colour and flavour, and you’ll also find other fresh fish and seafood at the smokery shop, together with a small selection of local homemade produce and pantry treats.

Tully’s of Rothbury

High Street, Rothbury NE65 7TB
rothburydeli.co.uk
An independent grocer and delicatessen operating for more than 100 years in Northumberland, one of Tully’s of Rothbury’s main goals is to champion local producers. This is the perfect place to stock up on the essentials or to treat someone to a hamper packed with local goodies, stocking everything from the finest local spirits to cheese, honey, local eggs, oils and dairy.

Ridley’s Fish & Game

Unit 15, Acomb Industrial Estate, Acomb, near Hexham, Northumberland NE46 4SA
ridleysfishandgame.co.uk
Available to order and collect from the unit every Friday, Ridley’s is a specialist supplier of top quality fresh fish, seafood, poultry and wild local game alongside a fabulous selection of pies, pudding and cakes. As well as their shop in Acomb, you’ll find the team of experts at local food markets across the region, where you can pick up everything you could need for a feast.

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R. Martins Butchers

21 Newgate Street, Morpeth NE61 1AW 
martinsthebutcher.co.uk
As traditional as they come, R. Martins Butchers in Morpeth provides a wide selection of high-quality meat sourced locally including seasonal poultry and game, with meat packages ready to be delivered. As well as meat, you can also find excellent pies here – a must-have whatever the season.

Grainger Market

Grainger Street, Newcastle NE1 5QQ
ourgraingermarket.co.uk
Newcastle’s largest covered market, inside this Grade I-listed building you’ll find aisles upon aisles of local meat, fish and plenty besides (including cheeses, baked bread and fresh fruit and vegetables). Head to Oliver & Eden, Finlay’s Butchers and Richard Campbell for meat, stop by the Geordie Banger Co for delicious sausages, and for fish, Lindsay Bros on Alley One is a regular stop.

Nicholsons Butchers

140 Park View, Whitley Bay NE26 3QN
nicholsonsbutchers.co.uk 

Ask anyone in Whitley Bay their favourite butcher and they will say Nicholsons. A staple of Park View since 1914 (and now run by the fourth generation of Nicholsons), this is a must-visit for all your foodie needs. From succulent cuts of beef and roasting joints to pies, quiches and sweet treats, the quality here is undeniable. Call into the shop for expert advice or shop their full range online and get it delivered directly to your door.

Scott’s of Alnmouth

15–16 Northumberland Street, Alnmouth NE66 2RS 
scottsofalnmouth.com
A staple on the Northumberland coast, the focus here is on homemade goodies and a well-stocked deli counter. With a carefully-sourced range of deli goods showcasing independent food producers, many of whom are local and award winning, you’ll find all the treats you could need here. Shop local cheese, fabulous charcuterie and famous smoked kippers, as well as cupboard staples, wines and spirits from across the North East, plus freshly baked sausage rolls, pies and quiches.

Blacks Corner 

1 St John’s Terrace, East Boldon NE36 0LL
blackscorner.co.uk
A speciality delicatessen, at Blacks Corner you’ll find a great range of farmhouse cheese from across the British Isles as well as artisan charcuterie, locally-baked breads, sweet bakes and preserves. The hand-picked wines and beers are not to be missed, and Blacks Corner hampers are to die for.

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The Corbridge Larder

18 Hill Street, Corbridge NE45 5AA
corbridgelarder.co.uk 
A one-stop deli for everything you could need, The Corbridge Larder stocks more than 100 varieties of cheese, as well as chutney, cakes and chocolates. Need to bulk out the bar cart? Browse their selection of craft beers, wine and small batch gins.

Hodgson Fish 

Hartlepool, Durham, Sedgefield and Yarm
hodgsonfishathome.co.uk
With stores spread across County Durham, Hodgson Fish is the staple fresh fish supplier for countless customers. Established more than 100 years ago as a family business, they are now the largest independent fish merchant in the North of England. Browse their full range of fresh fish and seafood online (available for home delivery) or visit one of their shops.

Carmichael’s Food Specialist 

55 Dovedale Road, Sunderland SR6 8LP
carmichaelsfood.com
This specialist food shop and deli in Sunderland opened its doors to the public in 2021 and has become a must-visit spot for locals seeking everything from artisan oils and chutneys to indulgent chocolates and pasta. As well as dried goods, browse their range of fresh food including cheese, pies, meats and cakes in the deli counter.

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