Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib – Premium British Roasting Joint

A magnificent traditional British beef roasting joint, expertly dry-aged and French trimmed by The Artisan Butcher in Warwick.

Few things make a more impressive centrepiece than a beautifully roasted rib of British beef.

Our Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib is a true butcher's classic, carefully selected for its natural marbling, exceptional flavour and beautifully tender texture.

Prepared from premium British beef, each joint is traditionally dry-aged in-house to develop the deep, rich flavour and tenderness that make properly matured rib of beef so special.

Our skilled Warwick butchers then carefully French trim the rib bones, removing the surrounding meat and fat to create the elegant presentation associated with the finest traditional roasting joints.

The result is a magnificent bone-in beef roast, perfect for bringing to the table on Christmas Day, celebrating New Year's Eve or making a Sunday lunch truly memorable.

Properly matured, expertly prepared and full of exceptional British beef flavour.

Why Choose Our French Trimmed Beef Rib?

• Premium British Beef – carefully selected for natural marbling, tenderness and exceptional flavour.

• Traditionally Dry-Aged In-House – matured to develop a rich, distinctive beef flavour.

• Expertly French Trimmed – beautifully presented rib bones create an impressive roasting centrepiece.

• Naturally Succulent – the marbling within the rib helps maintain tenderness and moisture during roasting.

• Bone-In for Traditional Roasting – a magnificent cut that looks every bit as good as it tastes.

• Prepared by Skilled Butchers – expertly trimmed and prepared at our independent Warwick butcher's shop.

A Traditional Butcher's Roasting Joint

The rib of beef has long been regarded as one of the finest roasting joints, prized for its natural tenderness, generous marbling and wonderfully rich flavour.

Unlike leaner roasting cuts, the fat distributed throughout the rib helps keep the beef succulent during cooking.

Our traditional dry-ageing process allows moisture to reduce naturally while enzymes gradually tenderise the meat, concentrating its flavour and developing the characteristic richness of properly matured British beef.

French trimming gives the joint its distinctive presentation, with the rib bones carefully cleaned and exposed to create an elegant, restaurant-quality centrepiece.

It's the perfect choice for anyone who wants to serve a truly memorable roast beef dinner.

Perfect For

• Christmas Day and festive family celebrations.

• New Year's Eve and special occasions.

• Traditional Sunday roast dinners.

• Family gatherings and entertaining.

• Serving with Yorkshire puddings and rich beef gravy.

• An impressive alternative to turkey for Christmas dinner.

Christmas 2026 Click & Collect – The Artisan Butcher, Warwick

Order your Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib online for Christmas and collect from our Warwick butcher's shop.

All our Christmas orders are freshly prepared by our skilled butchers, ready for collection from The Artisan Butcher, 49 Brook Street, Warwick.

Christmas 2026 Collection Dates & Opening Hours

• Tuesday 22nd December: 8.00am – 3.00pm

• Wednesday 23rd December: 8.00am – 3.00pm

• Thursday 24th December (Christmas Eve): 8.00am – 12.00 noon

Collection Address

The Artisan Butcher
49 Brook Street
Warwick
Warwickshire
CV34 4BL

Important Christmas Collection Information

• Christmas orders are available for Click & Collect only.

• Please select your preferred collection date and time at checkout.

• All orders will be freshly prepared and ready for your selected collection slot.

• We recommend ordering early to secure your preferred joint and collection time.

Whether you're shopping locally in Warwick or travelling from Royal Leamington Spa, Kenilworth or the surrounding Warwickshire villages, our Christmas Click & Collect service makes collecting your festive food simple and convenient.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Artisan Butcher this Christmas.

Cooking Instructions

Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib – Oven Roasting

Our dry-aged French trimmed rib of beef is ideal for traditional oven roasting, producing a beautifully browned exterior and a succulent, tender centre.

Oven: Initially 220°C / 200°C Fan / Gas Mark 7, reducing to 180°C / 160°C Fan / Gas Mark 4.

Approximate Cooking Times

After the initial high-temperature roasting period, allow approximately:

• Medium Rare: 15 minutes per 500g.

• Medium: 20 minutes per 500g.

These timings are a starting guide only. Joint size, thickness, bone structure and oven performance can substantially affect cooking times.

Internal Temperature Guide

For an intact whole beef joint thoroughly seared on the outside:

• Rare: Approximately 50–52°C.

• Medium Rare: Approximately 55–57°C.

• Medium: Approximately 60–63°C.

• Medium Well: Approximately 65–68°C.

• Well Done: Approximately 70°C or above.

These are approximate serving temperatures, not guaranteed food-safety temperatures. The temperature may continue to rise during resting.

How to Roast Your Beef Rib

1. Remove the joint from the fridge approximately 30–60 minutes before cooking, keeping it covered in a cool place.

2. Preheat the oven to 220°C / 200°C Fan / Gas Mark 7.

3. Remove the packaging and pat the beef dry with kitchen paper.

4. Rub the outside with a little oil and season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

5. Place the beef in a sturdy roasting tray, with the rib bones underneath.

6. Roast at the higher temperature for approximately 20 minutes to develop a beautifully browned exterior.

7. Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C / 160°C Fan / Gas Mark 4.

8. Continue roasting, using the approximate cooking times as a guide.

9. Check the centre of the thickest part with a meat thermometer, avoiding contact with the bone.

10. Remove from the oven when approaching your preferred level of doneness.

11. Rest loosely covered for approximately 20–30 minutes before carving.

Butcher's Tip: The secret to beautifully tender roast beef is allowing sufficient resting time. Resting helps the juices settle throughout the joint, producing succulent slices when carved.

Cooking From Frozen

For best results, we recommend fully defrosting your beef rib before cooking.

1. Place the frozen joint in a suitable container on the bottom shelf of your refrigerator.

2. Allow sufficient time to defrost completely. Large bone-in joints may require several days, depending on their weight and thickness.

3. Once fully defrosted, follow the roasting instructions above.

4. Do not roast a partially frozen joint using the standard cooking times.

Always follow the storage and defrosting guidance supplied with your product.

Important Cooking Information

All cooking times are approximate guides and will vary according to joint size, thickness, starting temperature and oven performance.

We strongly recommend using a meat thermometer to check your preferred level of doneness.

Whole beef joints served rare or medium rare should be thoroughly seared on the outside and handled hygienically. Thoroughly cooked beef is the safer choice for vulnerable diners, including pregnant women, young children, older people and those with weakened immune systems.

Follow the use-by date and storage instructions supplied with your order.

Serving Suggestions

Our French Trimmed Beef Rib makes a magnificent centrepiece for a traditional British roast.

The Classic Christmas Roast

Serve with golden roast potatoes, homemade Yorkshire puddings, honey-roasted parsnips, buttered Brussels sprouts and a rich beef gravy.

Add freshly prepared horseradish sauce for a wonderfully traditional accompaniment.

A Special Occasion Dinner

For a more indulgent celebration, serve thick slices of roast rib with dauphinoise potatoes, tenderstem broccoli and a rich red wine jus.

A Traditional Sunday Lunch

Pair with crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire puddings and plenty of homemade gravy.

Boxing Day Leftovers

Cold roast beef makes exceptional sandwiches with horseradish cream, rocket and freshly baked bread.

Alternatively, use leftover beef in a hearty winter pie or serve thinly sliced with pickles and chutney.

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 48 hours, or freeze for later enjoyment.

Ingredients & Allergen Information

Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib: 100% British Beef.

No added ingredients.

Please refer to the individual product label for complete storage and product information.

If you have a food allergy or dietary requirement, please contact us before ordering.

Delivery & Collection

Everyday Orders

Outside our dedicated Christmas collection period, our Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib is available for local home delivery and Click & Collect.

Local Home Delivery: Available within approximately 12 miles of our Warwick butcher's shop, including Warwick, Royal Leamington Spa, Kenilworth and Stratford-upon-Avon, subject to delivery availability and qualifying order requirements.

Click & Collect: Order online and collect from our butcher's shop at 49 Brook Street, Warwick.

Please check the available delivery and collection options at checkout.

Christmas 2026 Orders: Our dedicated Christmas collection arrangements and dates are detailed above. Christmas orders are Click & Collect only.

Your Local Butcher for Premium Dry-Aged British Beef in Warwickshire

At The Artisan Butcher, we take pride in preparing exceptional British beef for customers throughout Warwick, Royal Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding Warwickshire countryside.

Our Dry Aged French Trimmed Beef Rib represents everything we value about traditional butchery: carefully selected British beef, patient in-house dry-ageing, skilled preparation and exceptional natural flavour.

From magnificent French trimmed rib roasting joints and Côte de Boeuf to premium beef fillet, Chateaubriand and traditional roasting cuts, our range brings together the finest qualities of proper British butchery.

Whether you're planning a Christmas celebration, a special family gathering or a memorable Sunday roast, order online from your local independent butcher and enjoy beautifully prepared British beef.

The Artisan Butcher
49 Brook Street
Warwick
Warwickshire
CV34 4BL

Proper butchery. Exceptional British beef. Prepared with care.