THE CATTLE
A richer flavored beef comes from the long and varied life of a Dexter herd
Our small suckler herd of Dexter cattle is raised to produce outstanding beef whilst conserving and improving the Dillay’s unique environment.
Half the year they graze in our hidden valleys, moving from one pasture to another, browsing low branches and foraging in mixed woodland, trampling bracken and knocking back nettles.
In the autumn we walk together up to the top pastures where they remain on well-draining soil, munching on hay and haylage from the Dillay and neighbouring meadows.
Surrounded by wildlife reserves, woodland, wetland and wildflower meadows, they range a pesticide-free environment and eat only what nature provides.
We cherish our cattle and everything they provide.
THE
BEEF BOXES
Our care & respect for tradition is reflected in every part of what we do, from the way we craft our meat to how each box is prepared.
We work with Broomhall, a small local family-run abattoir, and nearby artisan butchers Polly and Marcus Cole, who carefully select & dry-age each cut of Dillay beef to perfection, for up to five weeks, bringing out a deep, balanced flavour.
From split marrow bones to picanha, sirloin to brisket, ox cheeks to bavette, our cuts range from the familiar to the rare, all prepared to our exact specifications.
Each piece is vacuum-sealed, wrapped in peach butchers paper, and finished with a handwritten label. Boxes are packed using sustainable materials like our 100% wool liners & eco-friendly chilled or frozen packs.
Every order includes a personal note and a few thoughtful extras. We can deliver anywhere in the UK - either fresh on the day of reception or frozen, at your convenience, via 24-hour courier.
For yourself or as a truly memorable gift, each box honours its contents and is a joy to open and discover.
BEEF BOXES & OTHER TREASURES
Each box can be enhanced with an ever-changing selection of beautiful and useful decorative art, sourced and inspired by the Dillay.
THE MIXED DILLAY BOX
Our signature box of 8-10 kg has a selection of steaks, roasts, casserole and mince, as well as some of our more exciting slow-roasting cuts. Let us know below what you love best - we will try to include these in your box.
BOX: 8-10 kg
HALF BOX: 4-5 kg
THE FAST DILLAY BOX
A fast-cooking box of 7-8 kg will include eight pairs of steaks, two packages of stir-fry strips (500g each) and four packages of mince (500g each). Let us know if you would like to add a fast roasting joint as well.
BOX: 7-8 kg
HALF BOX: 3-4 kg
THE SLOW DILLAY BOX
Weighing 8-10 kg, this box will include four large roasts of roughly 1kg each, four packages of stewing or braising steak (500g each), and four packages of mince (500g each), as well as some speciality cuts such as shin, oxtail or ox cheek.
BOX: 8-10 kg
HALF BOX: 4-5 kg
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DILLAY HONEY
From their hives at the heart of the Dillay, the bees distill its essence into our signature spun honey. Creamy and utterly delicious, one jar is hardly enough!
WEIGHT PER JAR: 250g
DILLAY BLACKBERRY JAM
Our blackberry jam is made in small batches using the wild fruit we gather from our hedgerows. Bursting with rich, tangy sweetness, it captures the taste of late summer. Pair it with our venison for the full woodland experience.
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DILLAY VENISON
Sustainably sourced Dillay venison will be available in two box sizes and come with recipe suggestions. You can enhance your order with a jar of blackberry jam. Please message us and we will notify you when the Dillay Venison becomes available.
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THE BEES
From their hives at the heart of the Dillay, our bees forage the surrounding carr, pasture and woodland for pollen. They distill the essence of the Dillay into delicious, creamy honey.
The hives are thoughtfully placed in small numbers across the valley, allowing each space to thrive in harmony with its environment.
When the time comes, the honey is harvested with care, gently warmed to hive temperature, and spun, preserving its natural flavour and texture while brought to its creamy finish.
Celebrate this sweet treasure every morning with a unique honey pot and spoon, born of collaborations with Cotswold-based artists.
DILLAY VENISON
Sourced from the woodlands and quiet deep valleys of the Dillay - in essence a natural deer park - our venison is wild and seasonal. Herds of fallow and roe deer roam freely here, shaping and sustaining the landscape. Muntjac too proliferate. In the absence of predators, we must fulfil our role of maintaining a healthy population responsibly and humanely. We cull carefully, according to strict criteria, with the aim of maintaining sustainable numbers and a strong genetic pool, so as to preserve this precious resource for their future and ours.
Artisans Polly and Marcus carefully butcher and selectively age the cuts. Lean, flavourful and rich in heritage, this is meat with a true provenance. Whether for a rich stew or simple pan fried supper, our venison is a celebration of place, nature and the abundance of the Dillay.
Venison boxes will be available in two sizes and come with recipe suggestions. You can enhance your order with a jar of blackberry jam. Please message us and we will notify you when the Dillay venison becomes available.
