British white

Medieval cattle from the Forest of Bowland
Native Breed
Testing Notes:
classic, matured, deep

Why this breed

The British White represents an opportunity to try one of the true heritage breeds of the British Isles. The breed can be traced back 800 years to the ancient forests of Bowland in Lancashire, but this lineage probably predates the Norman Invasion. Its history matches the beef's character. Expect a leaner finish, with neat cuts of beef, that boast buttery flavour and fantastic eating quality.

Exceptional quality

We work closely with dedicated farmers across the UK who share our belief in ethical, sustainable agriculture. Every cut we offer is fully traceable, hand-selected, and expertly butchered to showcase the unique characteristics of each breed.


Whether it's the buttery tenderness of Belted Galloway beef, the rich succulence of Middle White pork, or the delicate flavour of Herdwick lamb, our breeds represent the pinnacle of British farming heritage.

Our commitment to

our story

At Farmison & Co we are working together with farmers and actively promoting values that were in danger of being lost elsewhere through industrial processes.

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our quality

The UK's #1 Online Butcher. Our farmers and butchers command big reputations among chefs, with our heritage breed herds and flocks in the Yorkshire Dales supplying world famous kitchens.

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ethical farming

Slow growing, ethically reared livestock is at the heart of Farmison & Co's philosophy in offering the most succulent beef, pork, lamb, poultry and game. We are always truly free-range and grass-fed

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