Plumpton College Butchery Showcase & Meat Product Awards 2026

Join us for the Plumpton Butchery Showcase and Meat Product Awards 2026 — a dynamic celebration of craftsmanship, innovation, and the future of food. 

Hosted by Plumpton College on Wednesday 11 March 2026, this annual event brings together the butchery industry for a day dedicated to excellence, creativity, and industry advancement. This year’s showcase places a special focus on butchery product development & innovation. 

What to Expect in 2026

• Plumpton College Meat Product Awards 2026
• Food Innovation Demonstrations
• Trade Stands & Exhibitors
• Networking Opportunities
• Complimentary Food & Drink

Book today and be part of a celebration shaping the future of butchery and food innovation.

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Enter the Plumpton College Meat Product Awards 2026

Think you have what it takes to be an award-winning butcher or food producer? Submit your products for a chance to be recognised among the best in the sector.

Award Categories:

1. Traditional Pork Sausage

2. Speciality Sausage

3. Cold Eating Pie

4. Hot Eating Pie

5. Unsmoked Back Bacon

6. Smoked & Speciality Bacon

7. Apprentice Traditional Sausage

8. Apprentice Speciality Sausage

Entry Guidelines

• £20 per product entered.

• Maximum 3 entries per category. (E.g., 3 entries in Category 1 requires purchasing 3 entry slots.)

• Judges will select the best product in each category to receive a trophy.

• The Judging & Winners will be announced at the Plumpton Butchery Showcase and Meat Products Awards 2026 on 11 March 2026.

• Closing date for entries: 4 March 2026.

To enter, you must purchase your entries through our ticket page and fill out the entry form.

Enter the Meat Product Awards Here

For more information or questions, please email butcheryevents@plumpton.ac.uk.

Category: Food Skills (Butchery & Bakery)

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