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Nicholson’s of Whitley Bay is an award winning butchers' in the North East of England.

The shop was founded in 1914 has relied heavily on local Northumbrian Produce to build the establishment and achieve a great reputation in the world of independent meat and butchery. Building and maintaining a strong relationship with local Northumbrain farmers who are passionate about the animals they raise and truly care about fresh produce is one of the key elements to the success of Nicholson’

s. Quality and provenance is second to none and almost everything in the shop is prepared in house. It is the place to visit for the very best in home dining; with a range of products including – Homemade Pies prepared fresh everyday, Northumbrian beef and lamb sourced direct from local farms, homemade sausages prepared by our skilled butchers. Summer BBQ packs catering for a range of numbers including the charcoal and BBQ delivered to your venue along with fresh turkeys and all the trimmings for your perfect Christmas Day.

02/06/2026

Happy Birthday to the main man himself… Mr Nicholson 🎉

Today Doug celebrates his birthday and although he may be pretty much “retired”, he is still very much a face we see in the business almost every day.

Whether he’s popping in to collect treats for his beloved Labrador Ava, checking what’s going on behind the counter or offering a helping hand wherever it’s needed, safe to say Nicholson’s is still very much part of everyday life for him.

Thankfully these days there’s also a little more time for holidays, socialising and enjoying life away from the shop too… although we’re not entirely convinced he knows how to fully switch off just yet.

Doug has dedicated so much of his life to Nicholson’s, helping shape the business into what it is today and continuing the family tradition with enormous pride, care and hard work.

And honestly… if we look half as good as Doug when we reach 74, we’ll all be delighted.

Happy Birthday Doug, from all of us at Nicholson’s. We hope you have the most fabulous day.

31/05/2026

What goes into your perfect bolognese? 🍝

Are you a 100% beef mince household… or do you prefer a mix of beef and pork like our ragu mince for extra richness and flavour?

Do you keep it traditional, or do you have a secret ingredient that takes it to another level?

A splash of red wine?
Parmesan rind slowly melted into the sauce?
A touch of milk for richness?
Smoked pancetta?
A spoon of marmite?
A dash of Worcestershire sauce?
Slow cooked for 4 hours until the whole house smells incredible?

We think the perfect bolognese starts with proper mince, cooked low and slow with onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomatoes, red wine and plenty of patience.

Serve it with fresh pasta, parmesan piled high and maybe a chunk of buttered bread to mop the bowl clean.

Now tell us… what’s your non negotiable in a proper bolognese?

29/05/2026

STEAK FRIDAY AT NICHOLSONS

Buy any 2 of our Northumbrian dry aged steaks and receive 2 free sauces on us. The perfect excuse for a proper weekend treat.

Our steaks are dry aged for a minimum of 21 days to create incredible flavour, tenderness and depth. Whether you love a ribeye, sirloin, fillet or rump, there’s nothing quite like a really good steak dinner at the end of the week.

And the best bit? We’ve got everything else you need to turn it into a full feast.

Pick up a bottle of red wine or some fizz, then have a look in our jam packed fridges for homemade sides including potato wedges, deluxe garlic mushrooms, roasted vegetables with feta or halloumi and our ever popular salt & pepper tenderstem broccoli.

Then there’s dessert…

Sticky toffee pudding, homemade crumbles, custard and plenty more comforting favourites waiting in the fridge.

Let us take care of the weekend feasting.

27/05/2026

OUR 3 FOR £20 RANGE

Need quick, easy meal ideas without compromising on quality? Our 3 for £20 range has become a real customer favourite.

Choose any 3 packs for £20 across the range. Each pack feeds 2 people, meaning that’s 6 portions working out at just £3.33 per portion.

The range is packed full of quick meal solutions, all freshly prepared in store by our team.

We have marinated chicken breasts in a huge range of flavours including garlic, teriyaki, Indian inspired marinades, African style flavours and plenty more.

Alongside that you’ll find burgers, homemade sausages, meatballs and marinated pork steaks, all ready to cook and perfect for busy midweek dinners, BBQs or easy family meals.

Proper food, packed with flavour and ready in minutes. Available in store every day at Nicholsons.

25/05/2026

Just a little reminder that we are closed today for the Bank Holiday Monday.

After a very busy weekend in the shop, today is all about spending some quality time with our families, recharging the batteries and getting ready for another busy week ahead.

Thank you so much for all of your support over the Bank Holiday weekend. Seeing the shop busy, the BBQ packs flying out and so many of you choosing to shop local genuinely means the world to us.

We’ll be back open tomorrow morning from 8am, fully stocked and ready to go again.

24/05/2026

T H E P E R F E C T C R O W D P L E A S I N G B B Q

The perfect BBQ line-up… something for everyone 🔥

• Northumbrian Dry-aged steaks for that proper treat
• Nicholsons award winning burgers (you can’t beat them)
• Quality sausages… always a must
• Marinated chicken kebabs
• Fresh deli sides including coleslaw, garlic baby roast potato and some cheese for the burgers!

Feed people well and they’ll always come back for more

23/05/2026

We’re open today until 4pm for all of your Bank Holiday weekend food plans.

Whether it’s a big cooked breakfast, a BBQ in the garden, picky lunch bits, pies and quiches for an easy tea or a full family roast with all the trimmings, our counters are packed and ready for a busy weekend ahead.

From award winning sausages and dry aged Northumbrian steaks to homemade sides, deli favourites and desserts for afterwards… let us help make this Bank Holiday your tastiest one yet.

See you in the shop 🔪

22/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Bank Holiday weekend is here we are open 8am - 4pm on Saturday… and come rain or shine, we’ve got your weekend food plans covered. We are really hoping for some sunshine!!

If the BBQ makes an appearance, our counter is packed with award winning burgers, homemade sausages and freshly prepared kebabs ready for the grill. From classic favourites to some of our newer flavours, there’s plenty to fire up this weekend.

If the weather has other ideas, then a proper Northumbrian roast never disappoints. Beautiful local beef, pork, lamb and chicken joints, all prepared by our butchers and perfect alongside our homemade sides and puddings.

Or maybe you’re after something simple and comforting… our pies, quiches and bakery favourites are fully stocked and ready for an easy weekend feast.

Whatever your plans this Bank Holiday, we’re ready for busy counters, full ovens, BBQ smoke and plenty of good food.

21/05/2026

112 years old… and still going strong 🎉

Established in 1914, Nicholson’s has been part of the high street for over a century. Through generations of family, changing times, and countless customers walking through our doors, one thing has always remained the same… a commitment to doing things properly.

From whole carcass butchery and traditional baking to the service, care and craftsmanship we pride ourselves on every single day, we are incredibly proud to still be standing here 112 years later serving our community. ❤️

A proper high street institution.
We are older than sliced bread being sold in shops in the UK…

Thank you to every customer, every member of staff past and present, and every family who has supported us along the way. Nicholson’s simply wouldn’t exist without you. ✨

20/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY BBQ SORTED

BBQ season has officially arrived at Nicholson’s and our BBQ Packs are now available to pre order online or over the phone.

Whether you’re feeding the family, hosting friends or planning a sunny Bank Holiday feast, we’ve created four BBQ packs packed with proper quality produce, all freshly prepared in store by our team.

*Bangers and Burgers BBQ Pack for 4 – £24*
4 Award Winning Pork Sausages
4 Caramelised Onion Sausages
4 Gourmet Steak & Roasted Onion Burgers
4 White Bread Buns

*Classic BBQ Pack for 4 – £31 *
8 Lincolnshire Sausages
4 Garlic & Herb Chicken Kebabs
4 Steak Burgers
1 Homemade Coleslaw (500g)
4 White Bread Buns

*Mixed Grill BBQ Pack for 4 – £38*
4 Award Winning Pork Sausages
4 Gourmet Steak & Roasted Onion Burgers
4 Teriyaki Beef Kebabs
4 White Bread Buns
1 Homemade Coleslaw (500g)

*BBQ Steak Feast for 4 – £54*
4 x 8oz Dry Aged Rump Steaks
1 Homemade Coleslaw (500g)
1 Garlic Baby Roast Potato (500g)
1 Mixed Green Salad (500g)

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Address

140 Park View
Whitley Bay
NE263QN

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8am - 4pm

Website

http://www.nicholsonsbutchers.co.uk/

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