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Members Update – 20th February 2026
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National Butchers’ Week runs from 2 to 8 March
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Choosing the right fire extinguisher
All workplaces are legally required to have fire extinguishers installed and maintained. Attached is a short guide to choosing and using fire extinguishers.
If you have any questions or require further information, feel free to get in touch.
We look forward to receiving your entries.
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National Butchers’ Week runs from 2 to 8 March
National Butchers’ Week runs from 2 to 8 March and this is our moment to celebrate craft butchery across the UK 🥩🔪
When we all take part, the impact is far greater. It shows pride in our trade, reminds customers why local matters and puts independent butchers firmly in the spotlight.
Here is how you can get involved:
Spread the word
Tell your customers what is happening in your shop. Share your plans on social media and use the hashtag #NationalButchersWeek #NBW2026 so we can share your posts.
Tag us
Tag @scottishcraftbutchers so we can share your content and help extend your reach.
Use the Digital Marketing logos
Theres a couple of images and logos attached, to get you started.
Contact your local press
Local newspapers and radio stations are always looking for positive community stories. Let them know what you are planning. Use the template press release and tailor it to your business.
Celebrate in your own way
You might run a special offer, create a limited product, host a tasting or simply showcase your team and your story. It does not need to be complicated.
National Butchers’ Week works best when we all take part. Let’s fly the flag for craft butchery and remind customers why their local butcher matters.
We look forward to seeing what you have planned.
Product Evaluations – Enter Now
We are delighted to announce the launch of three product competitions for 2026:
- 2026 Speciality Burger Scottish Championship, kindly sponsored by Colin Hewitson
- 2026 Beef Link Sausage Scottish Championship, kindly sponsored by ScobiesDirect.com
- 2026 Best Ribeye Steak Scottish Championship, kindly sponsored by John Scott Meat
Entries are now open via our website https://www.craftbutchers.co.uk/product-category/competitions/ , with a closing date of 13th March 2026.
Please note the collection points for entries in particular two new ones at Dumfries and Elgin.
Collection Points (optional)
You may, if you wish, select your drop-off point in the online entry and deliver to that drop off point by 11.00am on Thursday 9th April
- Shaws Fine Meats, 12 Market Place, Lauder, TD2 6SR – 01578 722306
- Gordon McWilliam (Aberdeen) Ltd, 37 St Clement St, Aberdeen, AB11 5FU – 01224 211174
- James Chapman (Butchers) Ltd, Glasgow Road, Wishaw, ML2 7PG – 01698 372028
- John M Munro, Queensgate, Inverness, IV1 1DJ – 01463 233066
- W Reid, 16 Harbour Street, Hopeman, IV30 5SJ – 01343 830300
- Kilnford Farm Retail Ltd, Kilnford Farm, Dumfries, DG2 8PT – 01387 253087
- Scottish Craft Butchers, 8 Needless Road, Perth, PH2 0JW – 01738 637472
If you have any questions or require further information, feel free to get in touch.
We look forward to receiving your entries.
Choosing the right fire extinguisher
All workplaces are legally required to have fire extinguishers installed and maintained. Attached is a short guide to choosing and using fire extinguishers.
1-Choosing the right fire extinguisher 2026
If you have any questions, please contact:
MEMBER SERVICES – Bruce McCall: [email protected] 01738 637472
CRAFT SKILLS SCOTLAND – Claire Simpson: [email protected] 01738 637785