Our family recipe
About Us
Our Genuine and Original Recipe
Grandma Entwistle’s Legacy
The story of Lancashire Sauce began in a humble chip shop in Padiham Lancashire, where Grandma Mary Elizabeth Entwistle first crafted her signature blend—a unique, tangy concoction that had yet to be named.
Her son Kenneth and his wife Kathleen saw its potential, lovingly preparing buckets of the sauce and sharing it among family and friends. Bottles and containers of all shapes and sizes passed through eager hands, spreading its unmistakable flavour far and wide.
What started as a family favourite soon became a treasured recipe, destined to become a true Lancashire classic.
A Family Affair
The Legend Lives On…
Lancashire Sauce’s journey continued with Ken and Kathleen’s son, David, who first noticed its popularity among colleagues in staff canteens while working as a motor vehicle technician, foreman, and eventually, company director.
In 2001, seeking a new challenge, David made a bold career shift. Alongside his wife Sarah, he opened Entwistle’s Deli in Ramsbottom—a venture that would soon bring the family’s secret sauce into the spotlight.
Balancing the demands of a new business with raising three young children, they decided it was time to introduce their beloved sauce to customers. But first, it needed a name. After lively teatime discussions with their children—Sam, James, and Jasmine—the choice was clear: Lancashire Sauce.
All three children would go on to play a role in production, helping to shape the sauce’s legacy. At first, the quirky homemade labels sparked curiosity—but as interest grew and branding evolved, repeat sales followed. Soon, retailers and distributors took notice, marking the next exciting chapter in the Lancashire Sauce story.
A Flavourful Partnership Begins
Lancashire Sauce Crisps
It all started with an unexpected phone call from a potato farmer in Rufford. John Fiddler, in the midst of launching his own crisp-making business, had his eye on Lancashire Sauce as a potential standout flavor.
One visit to the farm and a few friendly handshakes later, a collaboration was born—combining the rich, tangy taste of Lancashire Sauce with John’s expertly crafted crisps, creating something truly special.
A New Chapter for Lancashire Sauce
Moving On
After two wonderful decades, David and Sarah made the heartfelt decision to sell the deli side of the business in November 2021, choosing to dedicate themselves entirely to their true passion—Lancashire Sauce.
Production moved from the shop to a small unit near Accrington, where the sauce continues to be handcrafted in small batches, staying true to Grandma Entwistle’s original recipe.
We’re certain she would be incredibly proud.