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We pride ourselves on providing quality, own recipe local favourites offering a taste of home.

For generations, Dicksons Pork Butchers has been satisfying the demanding tastes of the North East, and it is still owned and managed by the family who founded it back in 1953. The business was founded by Irwin and Helen Dickson who put all their capital into opening their first shop in the ‘Nook’ in South Shields. Tastes have changed over the years and some products once sold in high quantities such as pig trotters, pigs cheek and tripe have long gone from the displays, whilst other traditional foods such as black and white pudding and pease pudding have enjoyed something of a revival

One item that remains unique to the Dicksons empire is the beech-smoked saveloy which can be eaten however you choose, but to enjoy the legendary Saveloy Dip it needs to be served hot in one of their fresh baps with pease pudding, sage and onion stuffing and a generous dollop of English mustard. The Company’s retail activities and current 24 outlets cover much of the Tyne and Wear conurbation and Northumberland. Wholesaling activity is spread over a broader area with deliveries as far north as the border and south into Yorkshire. The current product ranges includes a broad range of savoury pastry products, all baked in store, freshly cooked meats, sausages, bacon, legendary pies, breads and a great selection of hot and cold ‘food on the go’. Over the years, the rapid growth and success of the business saw the need for more production space and an ability to produce at a greater capacity. In 1981 all production was moved from the Fowler Street shop site to a factory on Rekendyke Industrial Estate.

21/10/2026

We’re the home of the iconic Saveloy Dip ❤️

To anyone outside the North East, it probably just looks like a really messy hot dog in the wrong type of bun – but to many locals, it is considered an absolute culinary masterpiece.

If you are a big fan of it, you already likely know the anatomy of the perfect 'Saveloy Dip'. A hot saveloy with a thick layer of pease pudding, loaded with stuffing, finished with a sharp lick of mustard, and packed into a soft white bun.

But the real magic happens right at the very end. The entire bun gets a quick plunge into what most people call 'gravy' – although the traditionalists know it is actually the hot, salty broth used to boil the sausages.

It is impossible to eat one without spilling half of it down your top, but that unbeatable taste makes the mess absolutely worth it.

Are you a fan of the 'Saveloy Dip', and if so, do you always ask for the full works when you order one?

15/10/2026

Something festive has landed 🎅🏻

Have you tried our new winter favourites?

✨ Cookie Dough Latte
✨ Gingerbread Latte
✨ Hot Chocolate Brownie

08/10/2026

Fancy a new challenge? We’re looking for Supervisors to join the Dicksons family across a number of our stores.

As well as being part of a family business, you'll also benefit from:

🕐 Flexible working hours – hours to suit you across the week
🥓 20% employee discount
🌙 No late nights – all our stores close at 5pm!
💷 Company pension scheme

Sound like the right fit for you? Send your CV to [email protected] and come join the Dicksons family!

29/09/2026

From pork pies to steak pies and corned beef pies, we’ve been making proper British favourites for generations.❤️

It all started with our South Shields pork butcher - and today, we’re still proudly making many of our classics right here in the North east.

28/09/2026

Our Legendary Saveloy Dip has been a classic since 1953. Served in a soft bread bun with a naturally smoked saveloy, pease pudding and delicious sage and onion stuffing, it’s a proper taste of the North East.

But have you ever wondered how we make them? Come behind the scenes with us and see how it’s done.

26/09/2026

Bacon or sausage - which gets your vote?

Kick off British Food Fortnight with a proper classic: a delicious breakfast sandwich.

09/09/2026

The colder months are made for a proper Dicksons Steak Pie 🍂

Crispy pastry, hearty filling and all the comfort you need ❤️

02/09/2026

Back to a routine? We’ve got lunch sorted 🥪

Pick up a pack of meat, sandwich filling and bread buns in our cooked meat bundle.

Whatever you fancy, there’s something for everyone. Plus it’s all made right here in South Shields ❤️

28/08/2026

Looking for an easy lunch?

Our deli pots make the perfect sandwich filling. Choose from cheese savoury to chicken tikka to tuna mayo. Pop into your local Dicksons and mix and match them in our 2 for £4.70 deal.

21/08/2026

Our deli counter has everything you need for a tasty lunch on the go – pick up sliced meats, sandwich fillings, coleslaw and our legendary pease pudding.

Perfect for packing up a quick lunch, picnic or day trip ☀

Address

Heddon Way, Middlefields Industrial Estate
South Shields
NE340NT

Telephone

+441914563540

Website

http://www.midickson.com/

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