Whole Bone-In Shropshire Black Ham

A striking Christmas centrepiece steeped in British heritage, our Whole Bone-In Shropshire Black Ham is bold, deeply savoury and full of character. Dry cured, marinated in molasses, juniper and spices, then naturally matured, it develops its signature black rind and rich depth of flavour. Fully cooked and ready to carve at the table, it offers both drama and ease of serving on the big day.

Inspired by the original Bradenham recipe of 1781, this exceptional ham reflects centuries of curing tradition, brought to your Christmas table today. Each joint is dry cured before being steeped for two weeks in a dark, aromatic marinade of molasses, juniper berries and warming spices, creating its distinctive flavour and unmistakable appearance.

The hams are then matured for several months to achieve a robust, complex character and satisfyingly firm texture. Left on the bone to enhance flavour and presentation, it delivers all the intensity of this historic style in its most traditional, and most festive, form.

Ready to enjoy hot or cold, this Shropshire Black Ham is equally impressive served as a Christmas Day centrepiece, carved for Boxing Day sharing platters, or sliced thin for refined sandwiches and charcuterie boards. A proud celebration of British curing craftsmanship, perfected by DukesHill for the festive season.

Why you’ll love it:
– Intense, savoury depth with gentle sweetness
– Signature black rind for a standout centrepiece
– Bone-in for traditional flavour and presentation
– Fully cooked and easy to serve
– A heritage British ham made to a centuries-old recipe

Paired with:

• Serve with Proper Piccalilli
• English mustard or our Honey & Mustard Dressing
• Buttery potatoes or thick-cut crusty bread for a classic British feast.