Farm shops: Little-known farm shop in Nottinghamshire village sells ‘out of this world’ pies and meat

In an age when we’re being encouraged to cut out processed foods from our diet, it’s unsurprising that farm shops are soaring in popularity.

As the old saying goes, you get what you pay for - and more often than not with farm shops you’re guaranteed quality produce.

Most farm shops, as the name suggests, source the majority of their products direct from either their own farm or ones close by.

Unlike supermarkets, which sell meat, fruit and vegetables from all over the world, farm shop customers can be sure that what they’re buying supports sustainable farming.

Farm shops do tend to be slightly more expensive than supermarkets, but most of the time it’s more than worth a few extra pence here and there.

As a rural county, Nottinghamshire is packed with top-rated farm shops.

Many are well-known, but others are tucked away in villages having developed a loyal customer base.

Cropwell Farm Shop and its ‘out of this world’ pies

Those who regularly drive along the A46 at Cropwell Butler may have noticed one or two small signs for a farm shop just off the main road.

Tucked away in The Fosse, adjacent to the A46, is Cropwell Farm Shop.

It’s by no means one of Nottinghamshire’s most popular farm shops, but that certainly doesn’t mean it’s not worth a visit.

Cropwell Farm Shop’s USP is undoubtedly its meat offering.

Customers can choose from a wide range of locally-sourced meats, including wild game, grass-reared beef and dry-cured bacon.

Oh, and if you’re a sucker for a pork pie, Cropwell Farm shop is the place to go.

Described as “out of this world” by a recent customer in a review, the large pork pies are £4 fresh or £2 frozen.

Maria, a recent visitor, told Google reviews: “Cropwell Farm Shop is an absolute gem! From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with a warm welcome and top-quality, fresh local produce.

“The selection of fresh fruit and veg is outstanding—always vibrant, fresh, and locally sourced. But another highlight has to be the home-cooked delights, on top of the exceptional meat and veg selection.

“Their home-reared meat is of the highest quality, full of flavour, and incredibly tasty.”