Proud winners of the Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards 2026 Dismiss
Nichols Pickles & Preserves is an award-winning family business based in Howden, East Yorkshire. We create premium conserves, chutneys, curds and condiments in small batches, using carefully chosen ingredients and recipes that celebrate the natural flavour of fruit and vegetables.
What began in our kitchen garden has grown into a business built on a simple belief: great preserves don’t need to be complicated. We believe that generous ingredients, thoughtfully balanced flavours and careful preparation are what make a preserve truly memorable, whether it’s enjoyed at breakfast, on a cheeseboard or shared around the table with family and friends.
In 2026, our Sweet Chilli & Root Ginger Jam received a Great Taste Award, and Nichols Pickles & Preserves was also awarded New Business of the Year at the Goole & Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards. These awards mean a great deal to us because they recognise the quality of our products and the care that goes into every jar we make.
Today, you’ll find our preserves in independent cafés, farm shops and delicatessens, as well as at food festivals, farmers’ markets and country shows across Yorkshire. Whether you discover us online, at one of our events or through a local stockist, we hope you’ll find something you’ll enjoy sharing around your own table.
Our Yorkshire kitchen is always guided by what’s in season. This winter, why not enjoy jars like Cranberry Sauce, Bramley Apple Sauce, Spiced Plum Conserve, and Caramelised Red Onion Chutney — preserves made for sharing around the table.
Our online shop is filled with conserves, chutneys, pickles and relishes for every occasion. Whether you prefer sweet, spiced, tangy, or savoury flavours, explore the full collection and find your favourites, ready to be enjoyed or shared.
From family meals to festive feasts, our preserves have found their way into many kitchens. Here are just a few of the kind words our customers have shared with us.
“We bought jars for Christmas presents and to keep at home for cheese and biscuits. All the flavours are lush.”
Lisa
“Had Nichols Pickles Cranberry Sauce over Christmas and it was absolutely fantastic."
Stuart
“The range of products, both savoury and sweet, is excellent. The rhubarb jam is my absolute favourite.”
Helen
“I’ve tried the chilli jam and it’s amazing — I eat it with anything and everything!”
Chantalle
"Fabulous preserves, made with top quality ingredients, lovingly by a fabulous Yorkshire couple."
Sophie
"Nichols Pickles & Preserves Strawberry Conserve is the best I have ever tasted! Great with scones, toast, or cakes. Thoroughly recommend."
Christine