I can trace my family tree back to the mid 1500s, where my illustrious forbear Thomas Hollingsworth could be found plying his trade as a pork butcher in Smithfield. Perhaps not the most exotic ancestor, but for me it provides a pleasing echo across the centuries and perhaps explains why I am now the sixth consecutive generation of my family to be engaged in the pursuit of producing fine food from the noble pig.

It's fair to say that ham curing is in my blood! Having studied Food Science at University I joined the family meat business before branching out in 1997 and taking over the helm at Dukeshill from the founder (another relative!). I am very fortunate in having built a great team around me, which means that I can spend slightly more of my time indulging my other interests, most of which involve food!

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Bespoke to us our Chicken & Ham Pie is made using our own slow cooked ham hock meat, pot roast chicken and herbs to create a top notch, creamy version of this classic pie. This rich and tasty casserole, the epitome of homely French cooking, is made especially for us in France with the choicest cuts of beef and red wine.

Breakfast in Bed Report

Our Black Pudding is made the old-fashioned way -with fresh rather than dried blood - for a really special flavour! Hand made in small batches here at Dukeshill our granola is crammed full of nuts and fruit and coated in a generous quantity of honey (not sugar) before being gently toasted to bri. The very best sausages, bacon and black pudding for the perfect start to your day, just add toast!

Roasts & Steaks Report

Perfect as a slow-roast treat, a few hours in the oven will allow the generous marbling of fat to baste the meat, and the rind to crisp into delicious crackling. This boneless joint is the very best part of the lamb leg with the shank, chump and bone removed. The tenderest, most succulent steaks, generously marbled, and with just the right level of fat to bring out their exceptional flavour.

Sweet Indulgence Report

Made by hand here at Dukeshill to our own recipe, these decadent Chocolate Tiffins are outstandingly good. If like me, you grew up devouring a certain 70's blonde chocolate bar you are going to love these! These delectable truffles are made by infusing rich, whipped cream chocolate ganache with Marc de Champagne, which is encased in a perfectly smooth chocolate shell before being gen.

Comforting Red Wines Report

From a fourth-generation wine-maker, trained in Burgundy before taking over the family estate in pursuit of real and uncompromising quality. Unusually, all grapes are de-stemmed and then half the wine lies in tank, and half into barrels. Aromas of ripe plum and blackberry, black fruits and fresh fruit flavours fill the palate.

Reviews (19)

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Michele Duford

Jan 17, 2022

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I ordered a Forerib of Beef at Christmas, the service, delivery and quality was exceptional and will be ordering again. Excellent

Gillian Whalley

Jan 15, 2022

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Would recommend. Good and great delivery and the staff are lovely and friendly. The food is out of this world, especially the ham and pies. The gluten free chocolate brown is also a massive hit in my house too. The prices are just right for the quality of the food. The best meat I have ever had. I always use them and so do the rest of my family.

Andy Bear

Jan 09, 2022

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We had a Christmas hamper ordered to arrive in 23rd December. It didn't. I rang and spoke to customer services on Christmas Eve. They had a record of despatch, but no record from the courier to enable tracking. They promised to look into it and call me back. They claim they tried, but couldn't get through. There were no missed calls on my phone, but I received an e-mail offering a refund, and the suggestion that the hamper "might" still turn up- it didnt.I had to charge to the supermarket to try and replace the items we needed for Christmas. Wholly unimpressed and still waiting for an effective

Chantelle Ingles

Jan 06, 2022

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I ordered a stan pie. Arrived. The pie was so dry. We cut the pie open. The meat fell out of it. It was as if this pie had been stored for days before. Very poor. We didn't eat any of it. £20 plus. Waisted.

Tracey Green

Dec 29, 2021

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I had a Dukeshill Hamper from mum and dad for Christmas It was wonderful to receive and the food in it was fabulous Was disappointed that it had to be used so quickly most of it had to be used by 27th December

Philippa Cunningham

Dec 23, 2021

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Waited all day for our goose ordered and paid for. Not arrived, can’t get hold of anyone by phone , email, Instagram, messenger or Facebook, no correspondence from company. Shocking service. Christmas dinner non existent. Don’t order from here, starting to think it could be a scam!!

Kevin Cope

Dec 23, 2021

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Waiting for my delivery. No confirmation items have shipped. None of the phone numbers work. I wish I had checked out the reviews before I ordered as this seems to be a regular experience. Says a lot they don’t respond to the reviews here too.

Anita Shirley

Dec 22, 2021

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Last year got delivered the wrong size han.this year I was told no delivery after today's date I have been waiting all day for delivery. now I get an email telling me my ham is being ordered tomorrow. crap company

Suki Larson

Dec 21, 2021

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The portions are too big (our duck liver pate could serve 15) and the sell-by dates are too close to delivery. We've had to freeze so much - hope they are okay

Laura Smith

Dec 18, 2021

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We won the Hamper, Box of Delights and it is absolutely delightful! We have enjoyed some of the pork pie, and three of the mince pies which have a beautiful orange tang to them. We are looking forward to enjoying eating our way through it over the Christmas season and in the coming months!

John Osullivan

Dec 17, 2021

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The ham on the advert looked lovely but when it arrived I was disappointed it looked like a row of pork chops and was extremely fatty I probably won’t us them again

Roy Felmingham

Dec 15, 2021

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Had order delivered 19th Dec 2021. One of the items a PORK PIE has a use by date 21st Dec 2021. Just 2 days to use. Wanted pie for Boxing Day, but will not be using out of date product.Their QC dept needs to be looked at. Have tried to phone but only get hold reply. No one wants to answer. Have sent e'mail complaining but to date they have not answered. Not showing Dukeshill in a favourable light. I doubt i will be using them again to order Christmas food again.I await their reply.

Adrian L. C. Blackmore

Dec 12, 2021

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Put quite simply —: great in all respects
Once again ( 10 December 2021 ) we are the fortunate recipients of Dukeshill Hampers - cannot fault them
Totally professional, efficient delivery and the products are pure luxury - every item is perfection
As I said in my original review - simply great
We are so very lucky
We will certainly enjoy the year end festivities with these super hampers to indulge us
Health, happiness & good fortune to all now and for the future

Del Banham

Dec 08, 2021

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Ordered all our Christmas meat, lot of hard earned money and saving for it. Placed our order in November of booked delivery date 23rd of December and today told us it's not coming. Refund yes but not before Xmas. Which means we can't go out and get replacements high hopes for the company but what a let down. Advice from me and my family...to try a nice local butcher instead.

Vanessa Metcalf

Dec 02, 2021

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Hamper items go out of date before Christmas and the day after Christmas, request clearly marked as Christmas present. Customer service advice was to “freeze” therefore leaving us to give a gift with out of date use by dates. Unacceptable, expensive gift won’t be using this company again.

Carolyn Swales

Oct 11, 2021

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This is food to die for!! Good reliable service and quick delivery. I have been using them for several years now and have never had any problems.

Declan Egan

Aug 23, 2021

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Simply the best!! Always the highest quality food and great customer service. Special thanks to the entire team for all your help. The quality of the ham and meats never ceases to amaze me. Looking forward to the next batch already for Christmas!

Maureen Mullen

Aug 14, 2021

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I sent one of your hampers to my son and daughter-in-law. It arrived as promised and they said the food was delicious. Thank you very much. It made their day.

Rachel Hinde

Aug 13, 2021

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The standard of food supplied from Dukeshill continues to be excellent. The customer service is fantastic. The team are so helpful and responsive.