FAQ — Green Fields Home Kill & Butchery

Frequently Asked Questions

We know choosing a mobile slaughterman for your livestock is a big decision.

Here are the most common questions smallholders and farmers ask us.

1. What animals do you process?

We provide licensed on-farm slaughter and butchery for sheep and goats.

We handle all animals calmly, respectfully and humanely.

2. Which areas do you cover?

We cover a large region including:

Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, North Kent, the Midlands, London, Oxfordshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire and Warwickshire.

If you are unsure whether your location is included, just contact us — we’re always happy to help.

3. Do you slaughter the animals on my farm?

Yes. We are a fully mobile slaughter service, so we come directly to your property.

This keeps animals calm and avoids stressful transport to an abattoir.

4. Is your slaughter method humane?

Yes — animal welfare is our top priority.

Animals are handled quietly, with patience and minimal movement.

Our methods follow UK regulations and humane best practice.

5. Do I need any special facilities on my farm or smallholding?

No specialist facilities are required.

We only need:

Safe access for our vehicle

A suitable outdoor working area

Clean water supply (preferred but not always essential)

If you’re unsure, we can advise based on your setup.

6. Can I choose the cuts during butchery?

Absolutely.

We offer custom butchery, including:

Roasting joints

Chops

Diced cuts

Standard butchery options

Packaging

Everything is prepared to your exact requirements.

7. Will I get meat from my own animal?

Yes — always.

We never batch or mix animals like some abattoirs do, your animal is is processed completely at your location.

You receive the meat from your animal only, ensuring complete transparency.

8. Are there any hidden costs?

No.

We guarantee transparent pricing.

The price you're quoted is exactly what you pay — no unexpected fees.

9. When do I notify livestock movements?

For home slaughter, you simply record a death on the Livestock Information Service (LIS).

We can guide you if you're unsure how to do it.

10. How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially during busy seasons.

Contact us and we’ll arrange the soonest available date.

11. How do I prepare my animal?

Keep animals:

Keep animals in a dry space the night before we arrive, to prevent contamination

Off hard feed for a short period

In a safe, accessible area

If you need help preparing, just call — we’ll guide you.

12. Do you offer advice for first-time smallholders?

Yes — we’re always happy to help.

We understand many customers are new to livestock and want reassurance.

You can ask us anything.

13. How do I contact you to book?

📞 Call: 07794 594 999

or visit our Contact Page for quick responses.

⭐ Ready to Book?

If you have a question that isn’t listed here, we’re always happy to help.

We aim to provide a friendly, ethical and transparent service every time.