Venison

[echokilo]

I want to try a hunch or possibly saddle of venison recipe shortly but I am struggling to find a butcher who can supply the joint I need ..... can anyone help with recommending a decent butcher in either the west midlands or lichfield areas?

[rowanwitch]

butcher in Maryvale road bournville close to the junction with linden road does organic meat can get most things with a little notice expensive though

[johnk]

Does venison have a season or is it an all year meat

[echokilo]

This link shows the seasons for all game - but really depending on breed, venison should be available virtually all year round ....

http://www.recipes4us...me%20Seasons%20UK.htm

[echokilo]

Thanks everyone - will try the online option first

[Euphemia]

I buy venison from the Fletcher's (Seriouslygoodvenison) at our local farmers' market and it is truly excellent. The Fletchers are always happy to give you any advice on cuts and cooking.

[Ouzel]

Donald Russell of Inverurie do both Red and Roe deer by mail order - but it is frozen and quite pricey.

[vallaw]

Or you could try these - they have red deer and roe deer venison.
http://www.donaldrussell.com/
I've bought loads of stuff from them and would thoroughly recommend it all. Their customer service is brilliant too - they once sent me a replacement joint of pork when I told them the rind hadn't been scored on the first one!