Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Butchers in Newquay Since 1912
Established in 1912, L George Butchers has served Cornwall for over a century as a family-run business committed to quality and tradition. We source all our meats locally, specialising in native breeds such as Angus, North Devon, and Hereford cattle reared on Cornish farms. Our mobile service ensures fresh meats reach customers across Newquay, Truro, and mid-Cornwall, complementing our physical shop in St Newlyn East. We pride ourselves on traceability, offering full visibility of our supply chain from farm to plate. Our team hand-produces a range of Cornish sausages and traditional pasties, catering to dietary preferences including gluten-free options.With generations of experience, we maintain a reputation for excellence in both product and service. Our newly renovated shop combines modern facilities with the heritage that has defined our business for over 100 years. We operate seasonal holiday closures while maintaining regular opening hours for local customers. Helena and Graham, our dedicated team members, ensure every customer receives a warm welcome and expert guidance. Our commitment to quality, choice, and value remains unchanged since Lewis George founded the business in 1912.
Services
Fresh Meats
Handmade Sausages
Mobile Butchers
Catering Service
Gluten-Free Options
Details
- Year established: 1912
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of expertise in traditional butchery
- Locally sourced meats from trusted Cornish farms
- Handmade sausages and pasties with unique recipes
- Mobile service covering Newquay, Truro, and mid-Cornwall
- Gluten-free and dietary-specific produce available
Services
Fresh Meats
We offer a wide selection of fresh meats sourced from local Cornish farms. Our native breeds include Angus, North Devon, and Hereford cattle, producing tender, flavourful cuts. Every product maintains full traceability from farm to plate, ensuring freshness and ethical sourcing.
Handmade Sausages
Our butchers hand-produce sausages using premium Cornish pork and lamb. Flavours range from classic to gourmet, including gluten-free options. Each batch follows traditional methods, ensuring authentic taste and quality for breakfasts, barbecues, or family meals.
Mobile Butchers
Our mobile shop delivers fresh meats across Newquay, Truro, and mid-Cornwall. Covering multiple locations daily, we ensure accessibility for all customers. The service maintains the same quality and variety as our physical store, bringing convenience without compromise.
Catering Service
We provide wholesale meat supplies and catering services for events and businesses. Our offerings include bulk orders of fresh cuts, sausages, and pasties. This service caters to restaurants, hotels, and private functions across Cornwall.
Gluten-Free Options
We cater to special dietary requirements with gluten-free meats and sausages. Our dedicated range ensures customers with dietary restrictions enjoy high-quality products. All items are prepared separately to maintain purity and safety standards.
Questions
How long has L George Butchers been in business?
We have operated continuously since 1912, making us one of Cornwall's oldest family-run butcheries.
Where do you source your meats?
All meats come from local Cornish farms, focusing on native breeds like Angus, North Devon, and Hereford cattle.
Do you offer delivery or mobile services?
Yes, our mobile shop covers Newquay, Truro, and mid-Cornwall with regular scheduled stops.
Are there dietary-specific options available?
We provide gluten-free sausages and meats, clearly labelled and prepared separately to avoid cross-contamination.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Wednesday to Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 10am-2pm, and closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
