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National Butchers’ Week

An annual week in early March celebrating independent butchers and their skills. In 2026 it ran 2 to 8 March.

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About the day

National Butchers' Week is backed by the UK craft butchery trade, which asks members to hold in store events and contact local press. Shops use the week to promote their skills and local sourcing.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20271 to 7 March 2027UKProvisional until the organiser confirms
20286 to 12 March 2028UKProvisional until the organiser confirms
20295 to 11 March 2029UKProvisional until the organiser confirms

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