ChalkStream
ChalkStream source, prepare and deliver the finest, freshest rainbow trout from their local sustainable river farms.
As a leading foodie destination in the British Isles, Hampshire has the most amazing larder on our doorstep. That larder proudly boasts three chalk streams which are world-famous for the trout they nurture. In fact 85% of all the chalk streams across the world are in the county.
It’s a quintessentially Hampshire fare that’s perfect for Christmas feasts and gifts for foodies.
The chalk streams of The Itchen, Test and Meon benefit from a natural filtration system in which Hampshire trout thrive.
The porous chalk of the downlands acts as a filter bed for rainwater, so the rivers are alkaline with abundant minerals which enrich the water, creating unique crystal clear streams where wildlife flourishes.
It’s from these rivers that two of our members take their fish and create the most delicious, clean-tasting and nutritious chalk stream trout products. ChalkStream Trout and Butler Country Estates both offer the most exceptional, delicate, clean-tasting trout and an array of prepared trout products that make Christmas gifting and entertaining a delicious doddle.
ChalkStream®️ Trout
ChalkStream®️ Trout near Romsey source, prepare and deliver the finest English rainbow trout from their sustainable farms, which draw from the fast-flowing clear waters of the world-famous Test and Itchen Rivers.
Their firm, athletic trout, rich in protein and vitamin D, low in fat and high in flavour, is enthused over by top chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi and Jamie Oliver, as well as being served to diners at The Ritz, The Pig restaurants, Lime Wood and Chewton Glen.
Pan-roasted, poached, smoked or cured, rainbow trout tastes delicious and is easy to prepare – even for those who are nervous of cooking with fish.
Check out their amazing range and buy online.
Butler Country Estates
Richard Butler, founder of Butler Estates, is a passionate fly fisherman and a lover of fine foods. He offered some of his homemade, freshly-caught smoked trout pate to friends who had invited him to dinner. The pate was a massive hit and the partygoers asked for their own. The rest, as they say, is history, and Butler Country Estates was born.
Their Winchester smokery sits just a few minutes from the Rivers Test, Itchen and Meon ensuring their rainbow trout is prepared for smoking within 24 hours of being caught. The Troutlet is the shop at the smokery.
The Butler Estate process brings together the very best traditions of the Edwardian era, with the contemporary knowledge to create delicious produce. Their smoked trout pate is rich, indulgent and creamy – in six classics including watercress, dill, chives and chilli, as well as a new dairy-free option.
You can buy Butler products at the Troutlet, online and at local Farmers Markets including a click and collect option.
Their website includes a blog on why Hampshire’s chalk streams are so special.
And get 10% off your first online order with code HF24.
Wine pairings for chalk stream trout
We asked Alberto Almeida, head of wine at the stunning Lainston House for his suggestions of local wines for pairing with our trout recipes.
Our members
Butler Country Estates
Delicious, delectable, mouth-watering smoked trout pâté, for Foodies and Gourmet lovers of fine food everywhere.
Lainston House Hotel
Lainston House has luxurious rooms and suites, unique dining experiences and a cookery school in 63 acres of Hampshire countryside.
Chewton Glen
Chewton Glen is a 5-star country house hotel with an award-winning restaurant, spa, gym, pool and 130 acres of land.
