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1. Russell’s Butchers
Based at 39 Sycamore Rd, Birmingham B30 2AA, several readers said 'Barry at Russell's Butchers on the green in Bournville' when asked what their go-to butchers was. Priding itself on being a "high-class family butcher" and deep freeze centre, this business has stood the test of time. It is closed Sundays and Mondays, phone is 0121 472 8013. | Yelp/Google

2. A.K.Holder, Wylde Green, Sutton Coldfield
A.K.Holder says: "We are a small friendly business with a team of expert butchers and deli staff. We pride ourselves on being a little bit different. "We guarantee all our meat is of the highest quality, and we are happy to give advice on the right product, as well as preparation and cooking tips. "We also make delicious fresh to order sandwiches, as well as warm and hearty homemade soup. "Our deli section includes British and continental cheeses which are perfect as a gift, or as a snack and appetiser." | Matthew Bowater/Google

3. Lacey's Craft Butchers, May Lane, Hollywood, Solihull
Lacey's Craft Butchers says: "Our philosophy is to supply the very best of local produce. A warm welcome awaits. Our mince is made on site fresh from prime lean beef. We are real butchers and can prepare your meat to your specifications." Phone: 01564 822595. Address: 65 May Lane, Hollywood, Birmingham, B47 5PA | Brian Drinkwater/Google/Lacey's

4. Blackwood Butchers in Streetly and Great Barr
Great Barr and Streetly Butchers. 71 blackwood road streetly, Birmingham, United Kingdom B74 3PW. They say: "Traditional butchers with modern outlook providing meat products for all customers, we also provide a meat carvery service to cut yourself or by us." | Blackwood Butchers Instagram