A traditional Christmas favourite, raised right here in the New Forest!

For a truly special Christmas dinner, our Free Range Christmas Goose is a wonderful choice.

Raised locally at Great Oaks Farm in the New Forest, Hampshire, these beautiful free-range geese are a fantastic example of the wonderful produce available right on our doorstep.

Goose has long been associated with a traditional British Christmas, and with its wonderfully rich flavour and succulent meat, it’s easy to understand why.

What makes these geese particularly special is the care taken in their preparation.

Each goose is traditionally dry-plucked and then hung for a minimum of 10 days in a refrigerated barn. This traditional process allows the meat to mature, developing tenderness and a deliciously full, wholesome flavour.

The result is a beautifully flavoursome bird that’s perfect for a memorable Christmas celebration.

Size & Details

• Approximate weight: 5–5.5kg

• Serves: 4–5 people, based on a healthy appetite

• Free Range
• Raised at Great Oaks Farm, New Forest, Hampshire
• Traditionally dry-plucked
• Hung for a minimum of 10 days to develop tenderness and flavour

Why Choose Our Christmas Free Range Goose?

• Locally raised in the New Forest
• From Great Oaks Farm, Hampshire
• Free-range birds
• Traditionally dry-plucked
• Matured for a minimum of 10 days
• Rich, delicious flavour and beautifully tender meat
• A wonderful alternative to Christmas turkey
• A traditional festive centrepiece

Cooking & Serving Suggestions

Goose is naturally rich and full of flavour, with a lovely layer of fat beneath the skin that helps keep the meat succulent during roasting.

Roast until thoroughly cooked, allowing the skin to become beautifully golden and crisp.

The goose fat released during cooking is fantastic for making wonderfully crispy roast potatoes, so be sure to save it!

Serve with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red cabbage and a delicious apple or fruit-based sauce.

Important – Limited Availability

We have a limited number of these locally raised Free Range Christmas Geese available.

As numbers are limited, we strongly recommend placing your order early to avoid disappointment.

Ordering may close before our advertised Christmas deadline if all available geese have been reserved.

Important Christmas Ordering Information 2026

PLEASE NOTE: You can only add products from our Christmas Section to your Christmas Order. YOU CANNOT ADD ANY OTHER ITEMS.

Christmas Ordering Dates

Orders open: Monday 26th October 2026.

Last date to order: Saturday 12th December 2026, subject to availability.

Christmas Deposit & Balance Payment

A 20% deposit is payable online when you place your Christmas order.

The remaining 80% balance is payable when you collect your Christmas order from the shop.

PLEASE DO NOT PAY THE BALANCE ONLINE.

You do not need to pay the full amount when ordering, unless you wish to do so.

Christmas Collection Dates & Times

Tuesday 22nd December

• Morning: 9am–12pm
• Afternoon: 1pm–3pm

Wednesday 23rd December

• Morning: 9am–12pm
• Afternoon: 1pm–3pm

Thursday 24th December

• Morning: 8.30am–12pm

IMPORTANT: Please tell us your preferred collection date and time slot in the comments box when placing your order.

Christmas Local Delivery

We have a limited number of LOCAL DELIVERY slots available for Christmas orders.

Delivery day: Tuesday 22nd December 2026.

A £10 delivery charge applies.

You must contact us BEFORE placing your order to secure a delivery slot and check that your address qualifies for local delivery.

Once your delivery has been agreed, place your Christmas order and add the “DELIVERY ITEM” to your basket.

Email: sarah@thefarmersbutcher.co.uk

Telephone: 01794 322686

Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee a specific delivery time.

Christmas FAQs

For more information about Christmas ordering, collections and deliveries, please visit our FAQs:

Christmas Ordering FAQs – The Farmers Butcher

Alternatively, please contact us if you have any questions.