W. Alderson & Son
Winner 2026
Butcher of the Year,North East 2026
Announced 23 June 2026.
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Who they are
Darlington
Traditional family butcher based in Cockerton Village, Darlington. The business offers fresh meat, sausages, prepared meals and an online ordering service. It is a long established neighbourhood butcher with a strong local customer base.
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W. Alderson & Son has been named Butcher of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards , celebrating a third-generation family business that has served its community with pride, skill and dedication for more than 90 years. The…
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