Master the Art of Butchery and Pie-Making in Knowle

Learn, Butcher, Bake & Dine

Join us at Eric Lyons in Knowle for an exclusive, hands-on Butchery Class — the perfect opportunity to master essential butchery and pie-making skills in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Led by our expert team, including Nick Lyons, you’ll learn how to:

Handle and sharpen knives like a professional
Break down a whole chicken with confidence
Create your own handcrafted chicken pie from scratch

No experience is needed — just a passion for food and a willingness to get stuck in!

What to Expect:

Welcome & Introduction

Enjoy canapés and a glass of wine while we introduce you to the world of butchery and knife skills

Knife Skills Masterclass

Learn how to sharpen, maintain, and handle your knives safely and professionally

Whole Chicken Butchery

Get hands-on with a 1.6kg chicken:

  • Portion into breasts, thighs, and wings
  • Debone your cuts for versatile cooking
  • Prepare the carcass for homemade stock

Chicken Pie Making

  • Roll out fresh shortcrust pastry
  • Fill your pie with a flavourful chicken filling using your own butchered meat
  • Cut, shape, and decorate a puff pastry lid with symbols and personal touches, ready for baking at home

You’ll take home expertly butchered chicken and a ready-to-bake homemade pie!

Butcher’s Feast

Relax and enjoy:
• Pan-fried chicken breast
• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Rich homemade gravy and seasonal vegetables
• Paired with a large glass of wine

What You’ll Take Home:

• Butchered Chicken (1.6kg):
2 Chicken Breasts | 2 Chicken Legs | 2 Chicken Wings | Chicken Carcass for stock

• Handmade Chicken Pie:
Crafted from your own butchered chicken, ready to bake at home

Key Details:

• Price: £129 per person
• Duration: Approximately 2½ hours
• Location: Eric Lyons, Knowle
• Participants: Maximum of 12 per session

Why Join Our Butchery & Pie-Making Class?

✔️ Learn essential butchery and knife skills
✔️ Master pie-making techniques
✔️ Take home high-quality, restaurant-standard ingredients
✔️ Enjoy a freshly prepared meal in a relaxed setting
✔️ A perfect gift, experience, or team event