Bargeboy Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Does anyone recommend a grass fed meat source in the UK that deliver? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny M Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 I wish I could help but have no idea. While we wait for some other members to respond, whole30 friend Mark Sisson has a post on finding grass-fed meat with a lot of comments about UK sources at the bottom. You might want to read here to see if there's anything useful! http://www.marksdailyapple.com/where-to-buy-grass-fed-beef/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derval Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Isn't most beef grass fed in the uk anyway? like in Ireland - grass in summer, silage in Winter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeaNHtiD99 Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Could try here mate, sounds good. Thinking of trying myself http://www.primalstore.co.uk/shop/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derval Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Was having a google and found this http://paleohacks.com/questions/3289/is-irish-beef-veal-grassfed I think beef & lamb are good to go as grassfed, it's pork & chicken we have to look out for as outdoor reared/free range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLazyCaveman Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 Check out the posts in this forum: http://robbwolf.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=710 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technology Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 I vaguely recall seeing grass fed beef in Asda as part of their organics range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaveGirl Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 I do believe that Asda are now advertising their meat as grass fed but haven't tried it myself. What I have found in most supermarkets (even the higher quality ones such as M&S and Waitrose) is that the meat is grass AND grain fed. I can personally recommend the following two suppliers; Laverstock Park Parm and Abel & Cole. I shop online from Abel & Cole as their meat is actually supplied by Laverstock Park Farm which is delicious. They aslo stock good quality organic vegetables, ghee and coconut milk without any sugars or additives. Whilst they are pricier than the likes of Tescos and Sainsbury's I have now come to the realisation that I value my health more than anything and would rather make a sacrifice elsewhere in my budget to ensure I have good quality organic grass-fed meat and veg. I also like the fact that I am supporting local farms and farmers, I know where my meat is coming from, I know the animals are handled with care and not fed antibiotics and generally seems to be more supportive of the environment. I also have to say that the customer service so far from both has been fantastic. Anyway I hope this is helpful. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technology Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 Thanks CaveGirl! I'll check those sites out myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technology Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 I've set up a one-off order with Able & Cole. They are a little more expensive than the farm but they don't charge £9.99 for delivery so the order works out a little cheaper. If the meat is good (and I'm sure it is!) then I'll set-up a weekly meat order. While it's a bit more expensive than the supermarket, I'll happily pay a small extra for quality and for my health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahFancy Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 I live in Ireland, and was going under the assumption that most meat here is grass fed. But maybe I am wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraC Posted April 10, 2012 Share Posted April 10, 2012 Summer beef in Ireland is grass fed & finished. Winter beef & all lamb is pastured but fattened with grain. (this is something Kerrygold doesn't publicize when they advertise in the US that their butter is made from grass fed dairy cows) If I could afford the fencing I would buy a lamb as soon as it weans & raise it myself but alas the money is not there for fencing. Be careful if you find "organic" beef or lamb as it is organic grain fed, not pastured :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derval Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Re the organic beef I contacted the brand the good herdsman (stocked in Dunnes) back in January. Mind you I got their sirloin and it was awful.... Good Herdsmen [email protected] Jan 25 to me Derval Thank you for your enquiry. Mainly grass, but can be given some organic wheat during winter months in order to sustain the cattle. Regards M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marzipanandshoes Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 http://www.sheepdroveshop.com/ - their bacon is pretty clean as well, but unfortunately they are not what I would call cheap. Tasty though! They have a shop in Bristol and one in North London if either of those are local? http://www.local-farmers-markets.co.uk/ - useful for finding small local farmers, I've found going to the markets either really late or early helps (early for bones, late for bargains) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bargeboy Posted April 15, 2012 Author Share Posted April 15, 2012 Wow. Thanks for all the info! I have found a farm shop in wilmslow in Cheshire. They are soon to deliver so keep an eye out. I checked the prices and it works out cheaper than Tesco kg for kg artisan meat company if you google it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technology Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 I just wanted to update this topic. I've ordered from Abel & Cole and was thrilled with the meet quality. The difference in taste was amazing. I have a weekly veg box on order along with any meat that I buy for delivery. Couldn't be more satisfied! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaraFitness Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 to add to this thread... there are quite a few farms/companies in the UK who supply beef from grass-fed cows. Grass-fed beef is becoming a lot more popular amongst the bodybuilding crowd so I'm guessing it's a case of supply meeting demand. Just to say that all Duchy Organics beef that is sold at Waitrose is grass-fed. http://www.athleat.co.uk/ http://shop.fordhallfarm.com/animalsbeef/ http://www.graigfarm.co.uk/organic-produce-c1/beef-c2 http://www.aubreyallen.co.uk/OrganicBeef.aspx http://www.seedsofhealth.co.uk/resources/meat/index.shtml I did actual email Abel & Cole to ask if their cows were grass-fed and got this very nice response: Dear Tara I just wanted to add to Phil's comments as I have actually visited both Box and Manor Farms. It is virtually impossible to have any beef system where the animals are entirely grass fed as the grass leys become tired and depleted in the winter and need a little while to recover rather than being over grazed and muddy. In the worst of the weather the herd is brought in to covered sheds with loads of room (and very content they look too!). As Phil said, both farms produce their supplementary winter feed which some organic producers have to ship in as there is not enough in the UK to supply all our needs. Our non organic range of lamb and beef are also mainly grass fed as they are grazing in Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) where chemical sprays are not allowed. The welfare standard are equally stringent and the main difference is only that while any supplementary feed is from the UK it is not organic. I also visited the ‘state of the art' abattoir which is not far from where the cows and sheep are raised and offers a very calming environment prior to slaughter, something which also adds to the excellent taste of the meat. I hope this helps and you do take the opportunity to try our superb product. Best wishes Cat Abel & Cole Tel: 08452 62 62 62 Web: www.abelandcole.co.uk Email: [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Lyon Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 I've been buying my meat from Athleat for the past few months now and the quality is fantastic. I make a monthly order and stock up the freezer. They now do coconut oil as well and it seems pretty reasonably priced, for coconut oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenmer Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 I have found Devon Rose http://www.devonrose.com/ Their bacon & SCD sausages are W30 compliant - yay! They do meat boxes including a 'free from' box which is W30 & they also offer 'paleo' boxes. Very impressed with them so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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