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David Cox Butcher announces new Glasgow Shawlands shop
David Cox Butchers, which currently operates two successful stores — one in Bridgeton and another in King's Park — announced the expansion on social media, citing growing demand from the Shawlands area.
The team said that, with both existing locations "going from strength to strength", they had seized the opportunity to expand.
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The decision to open in Shawlands was influenced by the high volume of orders and regular customers already coming from the area.
In a Facebook post, the butchers wrote: 'We're absolutely thrilled to announce that David Cox Butchers is coming to Shawlands!
"With our Bridgeton and Kings Park shops going from strength to strength every single week, we've been given the opportunity to expand – and we couldn't say no!
"With so many loyal customers already travelling from Shawlands or receiving deliveries in and around the Shawlands area, it just made perfect sense.
"This is a huge step forward for us, and I wanted to personally be the first to share the news with you all.
"We'll be keeping everyone updated as we move closer to opening day, and yes – we are now hiring staff for our Shawlands shop!
"Thank you so much for the continued support – it's because of our amazing customers that this expansion is becoming a reality. We can't wait to welcome you all to Shawlands soon!'
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The team also extended their gratitude to customers for their ongoing support.
In 2023, The Glasgow Times reported that George Gilmour, who runs David Cox Butchers in Bridgeton and King's Park, won Best Butcher in South Lanarkshire at the Scottish Business Awards.
The ceremony, held at Glasgow's Crowne Plaza Hotel, celebrated excellence within the industry.
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This recognition followed a previous win for the Bridgeton store, which had been named Best Butchers in Glasgow. The King's Park branch earned its accolade just 16 months after opening.
Following the latest award, George said on social media:
In a statement on social media, George said: "So we've only gone and won the award.
"Sixteen months opened in King's Park and we've gone and won the best in South Lanarkshire Award.
"I'm so proud of every single one of my team. Can't believe we've gone and done it again.
"King's Park - Best Butchers in a South Lanarkshire. Bridgeton - Best Butchers in Glasgow.
"I'm not crying you are. Well done team."
