A village butchers’ shop will be taken over by the award-winning Farsley Fire & Smoke, it’s been announced.
The smokehouse, based at Sunny Bank Mills, will next week take over the Harvey’s Butchers store in Farsley Town Street after owner Kevin Harvey decided to sell the business.
Run by Farsley residents Ashley and Sarah Turner, Farsley Fire and Smoke started life as a food truck and quickly became a staple for those wanting exceptional barbecued meats at events.
Announcing the news on Facebook, the couple said: “We feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to continue a business that has been at the heart of the community for generations. With that in mind, the shop will be renamed Farsley Butchers & Smokery.
“The most important thing for us is that this remains a proper community butcher’s shop. We firmly believe that businesses like this belong to the communities they serve, and our aim is to preserve the traditional butchery experience that local customers know and love whilst building on the fantastic foundations that Kevin has created.”
The couple said they hope to bring the same passion for quality food, local produce and friendly service into the butcher’s shop.
“We have spent years working with Yorkshire farmers and producers and look forward to continuing that approach as we take the business forward,” they added.
“Customers can continue to expect the traditional cuts and personal service they have always enjoyed, alongside some exciting additions including our own smoked bacon and hams, a range of smoked products and a wider selection of barbecue and smoking meats.
“One thing we know is particularly important to local customers is the people behind the counter. That’s why we are so pleased that Nigel and Terry will be staying with us. They have been the beating heart of the shop for many years and their knowledge, experience and friendly service are a huge part of what makes the business so special.”
“Whilst there will be some new ideas and products, our focus is very much on protecting what has made this shop successful for so many years. We know how important it is to the people of Farsley and we feel privileged to be entrusted with its future.”
Kevin will be in the shop until Saturday, before taking a well-earned break.
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