Curing Barn British Bresaola recall: Meningitis bacteria Listeria found in charcuterie

A British charcuterie has been recalled after the Meningitis bacteria Listeria was found in the product. A “do not eat it” warning has been issued for Curing Barn British Bresaola by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

The FSA website states the Listeria monocytogenes can cause symptoms similar to flu including high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can also be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.

Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

The Curing Barn is recalling the British Bresaola with point of sale notices displayed in all retail stores selling this product and on their website. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.

If you have purchased a 60g pack with the product code WLRC J1Z2 0WD0 J85J and used by date of June 10 2026, do not eat it, instead, return it to where you bought it from for a full refund.

The FSA issues Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food which means it should not be sold. Depending on the issue, a product might be ‘withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).