About us
From Biddick Hall to Brazil
At Dicksons, quality runs in the family. Since 1953, we've been proudly crafting our own delicious recipes right here in the North East. From our purpose-built site, we blend tradition with a dash of something new – all made with the finest ingredients and plenty of care.
Over three generations, we've grown from a family-run shop to the region’s largest independent provider of meat and food products, with more than 30 stores serving our community. But no matter how much we grow, our values stay the same – quality you can taste, recipes you can trust, and a warm welcome every time.
For us, great food isn't just about ingredients – it's about bringing people together, sharing a smile, and being a part of the community we love. That’s the Dicksons difference.
Our heritage
Husband and wife, Michael Irwin and Helen Dickson
MI Dickson opens first shop
Their children, Christine, Michael, and Dorothy, are born
Tom Dickson joins the family business working in the Prince Edward Road shop
Fowler Street shop opens
After the premature death of Michael Irwin Dickson, Christine takes over the business while Michael Jnr learns the butchery side
Wallsend shop opens
Business celebrates 25th anniversary
All production moved to first factory
Dicksons moves to purpose built factory
Christine and Michael celebrate 50th year of family business
Family council formed
Coutts Award 'UK Family Business'
Diamond Jubilee visit by Princess Anne
Chris Hayman becomes Managing Director, as Michael Dickson semi retires becoming Chairman
Third Generation Operational Board