The award-winning butchers JW Mettrick & Son are so passionate about the high quality of their lamb that they go the extra mile to ensure each piece of meat tastes just as delicious as the last.

What sets Mettrick’s apart from supermarket brands is how much more flavour is condensed into the lamb and the sensational aroma that fills the nostrils. The difference in taste is clear and the authenticity of the meat is apparent with every bite. Nowhere else can offer such great value.

Two accreditation systems certify only the best lamb is suitable for sale and no shortcuts are made. This independent scale measures the quality and care only available at this level of farming. The Peak District Environmental Quality Mark is achieved thanks to supporting the finest environmental practices; minimising waste and using locally produced services. It also supports the efficient use of energy and water resources and the conservation of characteristic features such as wildflower meadows or habitats. The High Peak Lamb Quality Scheme assesses individual lambs for their weight, fat content and maturation.

Analysing these aspects makes certain that all the lamb is lean and a reasonable size for chops and joints. To find out more about the EQM or Quality Scheme, visit: www.peakdistrict.org

The High Peak Lamb brand is regarded so highly because of the attention to precision from each butcher; no machines are used in the process, and only the handiwork of skilled craftsmen will do. Only a select few farms have the distinction to supply our lamb, and not every lamb will meet the required prestige Mettrick’s aims for. Mettrick’s possesses one of the very few abattoirs in Derbyshire, just a short journey away, keeping the animals calm and stress free. The small scale abattoir guarantees the best animal care and enhances the delectable flavour that is provided by the heather and herbs of the district.

The wide varieties of lamb on offer range from mince, ideal for a shepherds pie, to tender steaks or burgers that just melt in the mouth. The minty grill steaks provide a practical, easy to prepare option and legs of lamb are ever popular for a Sunday dinner. There are so many possibilities to choose from; the only deciding factor… is you.