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Christmas Packaging & Ingredients for Butchers & Farm Shops

Nov 25 2025

As the busiest season of the year approaches, butchers and farm shops across the country are preparing for the annual surge in demand for festive favourites. From traditional turkey trimmings to premium sausage mixes, stuffing mixes and essential Christmas packaging, having the right products in stock is essential to delivering a smooth, successful, and profitable festive period.

Whether you’re gearing up for increased footfall or fulfilling large festive pre-orders, now is the perfect time to review the Christmas essentials you need this season.

Here’s a full round-up of our seasonal best-sellers to help you stay ahead of demand.

‍Premium Stuffing Mixes

Stuffing remains one of the cornerstones of Christmas dining, and customers increasingly expect quality, flavour, and variety. This year, we’re offering a comprehensive selection suitable for traditionalists, foodies, and those with dietary requirements.

Gluten Free Stuffing Mixes

With increasing demand for gluten-free options rising each year, our 5kg stuffing mixes are perfect for ensuring you have a selection of inclusive options on offer, without compromising on quality or flavour.

Within our range of gluten free stuffing mixes, we have a fantastic selection of flavours available to suit all tastes, including:

  • Sage & Onion
  • Cranberry & Orange
  • Cranberry, Chestnut & Apple

Gourmet Stuffing Mixes

For butchers and farm shops looking to offer a premium range, our gourmet stuffing mixes deliver depth and festive flair with flavours including:

  • Sage & Onion (5kg)
  • Parsley & Thyme (5kg)
  • Cranberry & Orange (5kg)
  • Cranberry, Orange & Rosemary (3kg)
  • Chestnut (3kg)

Shropshire Spice Retail Packs (6x150g)

Perfect for countertop sales and festive gift hampers, this extensive retail range adds colour and value to your display. With 15+ flavours available, you can offer something for every customer’s festive table, as well as a variety of white breadcrumb and gluten-free options that are also available.

Flavours include:

  • Wholemeal Roasted Chestnut
  • Cider Apple & Sage
  • Parsley
  • Thyme & Lemon
  • Plum & Ginger
  • Wild Sage & Roast Onion
  • Wild Mushroom

Sausage Mixes for Seasonal Best-Sellers

As a core element of Christmas tradition, great-quality sausages are a staple for customers during the festive season, whether customers are making their own pigs in blankets or stocking up for breakfast and buffets. Our diverse selection of sausage mixes ensures you meet the needs of, traditionalists, foodies, and those with dietary requirements.

Leonards Festive Sausage Mixes (5x681g)

Rich, festive flavours blend perfectly with pork or beef:

  • Pork & Chestnut
  • Cranberry & Orange
  • Beef & Horseradish

Gluten Free Sausage Mixes (5x454g)

A must-have for inclusive product ranges:

  • Beef & Horseradish
  • Cranberry, Apple & Horseradish
  • Traditional 1123 Romany (Herby) Mix (8x1.36kg) (A reliable year-round favourite, but especially popular at Christmas when customers look for classic, herby profiles)

Natural Sausage Casings

To assist the smooth running of production through your peak season, we supply reliable, high-quality natural casings in a range of sizes including:

  • Taped Hog Casings 34–38mm
  • Black Ring Hog Casing 35–38mm
  • Sheep Casings on Rigid Tubes 22–24mm
  • Green Ring Sheep 18–22mm
  • Red Ring Sheep 22–24mm

Having a variety of diameters in stock ensures you can produce chipolatas, standard sausages, and speciality cuts with ease.

Christmas Packaging Essentials

Presentation matters, especially when customers are collecting their centrepiece meats. Our Christmas packaging helps you create a professional and festive experience.

  • Turkey Boxes: Available in three sizes (small, medium, large), these sturdy turkey boxes make transporting centrepiece meats safe and convenient.
  • Printed Turkey Carrier Bags: Heavy-duty festive carrier bags designed specifically for seasonal sales.
  • Sausage Sleeves: Available in 1lb and 3lb plain sleeves, perfect for packing homemade sausages efficiently.

Butchers Twine, Netting & Ingredients

Keep your prep counters fully stocked with the essentials that often run low during Christmas week:

  • Butchers twine available in white, red/white, green/white, blue/white, and festive red/green/white.
  • Boil net and roast net in a variety of sizes and colours.
  • Curing salts for bacon, gammon, and hams.
  • A wide selection of herbs and spices for festive rubs, marinades, and value-added products.

Get Ready For Christmas With Weald Packaging

During the festive season, it’s critical to meet high customer expectations, the right stock can make all the difference to your peak trading period.

From premium stuffing mixes, inclusive sausage mixes, essential Christmas packaging solutions and ingredients, we’re here to help you stay prepared, present high-quality products, and maximise seasonal sales. 

Contact us today to discuss your requirements and request samples.

Written by Marc Willmott

Managing Director, Weald Packaging Supplies

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Weald Packaging Supplies is a limited company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 01713146. Registered office: Station Approach, Buxted, TN22 4LA.