The Company and about us
We set up the company with a view to bringing the highest quality Devon meat direct to the consumer - be that a home or restaurant. The business brings together a two traditional farms that produce meat to high standards Fowlescombe and Ley Farm. Over time we might invite other high quality farms to join the business, if they have say other animals that would fit into our portfolio.
There are some things that we strongly believe in.
No 1 is the quality of the meat. This is shown by the selection of breeds that we raise, and the manner in which they are reared. All the meat comes from animals of our own farms. The animals are raised traditionally on flower rich pastures, run on the fields at low density and are taken to a local abattoir to minimise any stress on the animals.
No 2 is well hung meat. Meat these days is often not hung for very long before it is butchered, This loses not only flavour but texture. Our beef is hung for a minimum of three weeks, while lamb for example is best after a week or so.
No 3 is expert butchery. Great meat can be ruined by poor butchery. We employ an expert butcher who ensure that the the meat is presented to high standards. No added preservatives, no colour, no E numbers. Click here to find out more about our butcher.
No 4 is high quality packing. We use vacuum packing and different materials and labels to suit the produce. We believe that the meat should arrive at your premises in great condition and will still be good after you have frozen it and kept if for a few weeks. (We do recommend that you thaw the meat slowly)
No 5 is prompt accurate delivery. Your meat must get to you in time. We are happy for locals to pick up the meat by arrangement. We will also deliver locally in our own van. Further a field we use a national courier. We tried one or two different ones and now use Amtrak who have delivered on time with out fail expertly butchered, packed and delivered to you home. No added preservatives, no colour, no E numbers.
No 6 is continuous improvement. As time goes on we will strive to improve the quality of our produce, all aspects of the process, and to bring complimentary new products
No 7 the quality of our people. The directors, their spouse and our staff are all dedicated to the beliefs outlined above, whether that be in animal welfare or expert production of high quality meat. Any one that joins us must also satisfy these ideals.
Company details and how to contact us
The Devon Meat Company Ltd, Lupridge, Diptford, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7NW
Tel / fax phone number 01548 821034
Web site www.thedevonmeatcompany.com
We also trade as Hamper (Devon) Ltd, bringing gourmet foods from Devon
