Crafted with care from premium NZ PigCare Accredited pork, our whole hams are cured and gently smoked by hand in our 78 year old Smokehouse which is dripping with smokey goodness. The result is a succulent, juicy ham with a depth of flavour that has earned its justifiable fame. Whether served hot or cold, this show-stopping centrepiece is perfect for Christmas celebrations and other special occasions, a true taste of tradition, made locally with pride.

Bring the taste of tradition to your Christmas table with our Half Ham on the Bone (5kg plus) is perfect for smaller gatherings. Crafted with care from premium NZ PigCare Accredited pork, our half hams are cured and gently smoked by hand in our 78 year old Smokehouse which is dripping with smokey goodness. The result is a succulent, juicy ham with a depth of flavour that has earned its justifiable fame. Whether served hot or cold, this show-stopping centrepiece is perfect for Christmas celebrations and other special occasions, a true taste of tradition, made locally with pride.

Bring the cheer with Waipawa Butchery’s famous champagne ham! deboned and prepared the old-school butchery way. Crafted with care from premium NZ PigCare Accredited pork, our whole hams are cured and gently smoked by hand in our 78 year old Smokehouse which is dripping with smokey goodness. The result is a succulent, juicy ham with a depth of flavour that has earned its justifiable fame. Whether served hot or cold, this show-stopping centrepiece is perfect for Christmas celebrations and other special occasions, a true taste of tradition, made locally with pride.

At Waipawa Butchery, we believe every great meal starts with the best ingredients — and that’s why we bring you premium New Zealand turkeys from Canter Valley. Our 4.5kg Frozen Canter Valley Turkeys are the perfect centrepiece for your Christmas table — tender, juicy, and full of rich, traditional flavour. With a focus on ethical farming, food safety, and consistency, Canter Valley is an approved poultry processor under the New Zealand Food Safety Authority and HACCP endorsed — so you can trust you’re getting the very best. *A size 4.5 turkey will feed; approx 7-9 people (based on 500gms per serving) Weight range 4.25kg - 4.75kg

Our Lamb Hams are a truly special alternative to the traditional pork ham, perfect for Christmas, Easter, or any celebration. You can also serve one alongside your classic ham to offer guests a delicious lamb option everyone will love. Raised on our family farm, Patangata Station, our Suff-Texel ewe lambs roam the lush green hills of Patangata, where they are naturally grass-finished. Carefully cured and crafted in small batches, our Lamb Hams are gently smoked to perfection. Weighing approximately 2.5 to 3.5 kg, each ham offers a distinctive flavour that celebrates the finest traditions of New Zealand farming and butchery.

Experience our delicious Waipawa Butchery Kitchen a Ham Glaze that’s irresistibly rich and flavourful, blending zesty orange with the subtle warmth of spices. A touch of mustard adds a hint of tang, while brown sugar melts into a caramelized sweetness that brings everything together. This glaze creates a perfect, mouth-watering balance of citrus, spice, and sweetness in every bite. 500gm

Keep your Christmas ham fresh for longer with our specially designed Ham Bag. Featuring the Waipawa Butchery logo, these reusable cotton bags are the perfect way to store your ham once it’s been opened. HAM CARE INSTRUCTIONS LINK