Traditional Free-Range Chicken from Slow-Grown Yorkshire Poultry
Our small-flock, free-range Swaledale chickens are raised on independent poultry farms in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Unlike fast-grown commercial chicken, often found on supermarket shelves within 4–6 weeks, our chickens are slow-grown and allowed to mature naturally to 81 days, resulting in exceptional flavour and texture.
Reared on established English pastures with a compassionate, traditional farming approach, our free-range chickens deliver premium quality and rich, natural flavours. Perfect for roasting, slow cooking, or midweek meals, our slow-grown poultry embodies the high welfare standards we uphold across all our beef, pork, and lamb. A true taste of traditional farming at its best.
Slow-grown chicken benefits from higher fat content and better muscle development, resulting in meat that is naturally moist, tender, and packed with flavour. Whether you’re preparing a classic Sunday roast, making a hearty chicken casserole, or experimenting with vibrant international recipes, Swaledale’s free-range chicken guarantees exceptional results.
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Benefits of Swaledale Butchers
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Always Fresh, Never Frozen®
Orders received before 9am are freshly prepared and shipped via DPD for next-day delivery. We serve the whole of the UK, excluding the Channel Islands, Northern Ireland, and certain areas of Scotland.
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Unparalleled Quality
For over ten years, our meat has been celebrated in Britain’s finest restaurant kitchens. We’re proud to work with native breed farmers and to genuinely support sustainable, traditional farming—values that define Swaledale Butchers."
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Sustainable & Traceable
We partner with select farms and trusted local abattoirs, ensuring high animal welfare standards and complete traceability for all our products.
