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Our cheeses are the best we can find! Many of them are traditionally hand-made and we have carefully selected a range that offers cow, buffalo, goat and sheep milk cheese. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian, pasteurised and non-pasteurised, classic cheddars and great blues - we have them all with some of the best Britain, Ireland and the Continent produces. Our range will continue to evolve and if we don't stock what you want, we'll do out best to get it for you - so please just ask!
Below is a selection of some of our regular cheeses, arranged by type, that are available in the Deli.
(Strength scale 0 - 10, mild - strong)
Hard
Soft
Blue
Hard and Semi-hard Cheeses
Mrs Appleby's
 A classic Cheshire, traditionally cloth-bound, with a crumbly texture.
Strength: 4, Medium
Type: Firm/crumbly
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Vegetarian: Yes
Country: UK
Hawes Wensleydale
 Traditionally made in North Yorkshire, a gorgeous crumbly cheese with a marvellous flavour - fantastic for a ploughmans!
Strength: 5 Medium
Type: Hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cows milk pasteurised
Country: UK
Gruyere Cave Aged
 Aged for a minimum of14 months in sandstone caves, this cheese has a distinctive sweet, nutty flavour.
Strength: 6, Medium
Type: Firm
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Vegetarian: No
Country: Switzerland
Sparkenhoe Red Leicester
Red Leicester made the old-fashioned way in the market town of Bosworth. This authentic, cloth wrapped cheese is a must for the classic cheeseboard and perfect for welsh rarebit.
Strength: 6 Medium
Type: Hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Country: UK
Dambuster
Made specifically to honour the RAF 617 squadron flying from Scampton, Lincolnshire. The flavour and texture of this strong, creamy mature cheese is enhanced by its black wax coating.
Strength: 7, Strong
Type: Firm/Hard
Vegetarian: Yes
Milk: Cow, pasteurised
Country: UK
Manchego
 A Spanish classic, this is a mature cheese with a rich and intense flavour. Hints of honey and nuts can be detected. A great addition to a cheeseboard and the perfect accompaniment to continental dishes and tapas.
Strength: 7, Strong
Type: Hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Sheep, pasteurised
Country: Spain
Lincolnshire Poacher - 2 year old
A local Lincolnshire gem! This is one of the best cheeses around. It is traditionally made on the farm at Ulceby. Smooth in texture and flavour.
Strength: 8, Strong
Type: Hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Country: UK
Parmiggiano Reggiano
An Italian classic! This superb hard cheese has a wonderful sweet and full flavour. It is moist and succulent. We like it on a cheeseboard but get creative - experiment with cooking, shave over rocket salad or pasta, or try it will a little aged balsamic vinegar.
Strength: 8, Strong
Type: Hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Country: Italy
Provolone
A semi-hard spicy cheese.
Strength: 7, Medium
Type: Semi-hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, pasteurised
Country: Italy
Soft Cheese
Mozzarella di Buffalo
 Another Italian classic, made on a family farm just outside of Naples. It is a delightful soft and delicate cheese. Perfect on its own or as part of a Caprese salad with avocado, tomatoes and basil. Our pesto sauce also makes a great accompaniment to it!
Strength: 2
Type: Soft
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Buffalo, pasteurised
Country: Italy
Tallegio
 A semi-soft nutty cheese.
Strength:
Type: Semi-soft
Vegetarian:
Milk: Cow, pasteurised
Country: Italy
Rosary Goats Cheese
 From Wiltshire, this goats cheese is soft, fresh, light and fluffy.
Strength:
Type: Soft
Vegetarian:
Milk: Goat
Country: UK
Brie de Meaux
 Just the best from France! Creamy, with full earthy flavours.
Strength: 8
Type: Soft/blue
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Country: France
Vignotte
Strength:
Type:
Vegetarian:
Milk: Cow,
Country: France
Blue Cheeses
Cotehill Blue
 This is a local, soft and blue veined cheese. It is produced by hand on the farm at Osgoodby, near Market Rasen.
Strength: 4, Mild
Type: Soft/blue
Vegetarian: Yes
Milk: Cow, unpasteurised
Country: UK
Stichelton
 Another local cheese, made organically about 10 miles from our shop, on the Wellbeck Estate. This cheese is making a huge impact with its creamy and gentle, yet full flavour. A truly outstanding cheese!
Strength: 6, Medium
Type: Blue
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, organic unpasteurised
Country: UK
Colston Bassett Stilton
 The dairy at Colston Bassett is one of the smallest Stilton dairies in the country. This traditional Stilton is full bodied with deep and complex flavours.
Strength: 8, Strong/Medium
Type: Blue/hard
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, pasteurised
Country: UK
Gorgonzola
A great Italian cheese, with a strong aroma and beautiful strong, creamy taste. For the cheeseboard and great with your Italian cookery.
 Strength: 8, Strong
Type: Blue/firm
Vegetarian: No
Milk: Cow, pasteurised
Country: Italy
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