Ribblesdale Ash

Ribblesdale Ash is an elegant soft goats cheese coated in a fine layer of edible vegetable ash. The ash gives the cheese its striking appearance and encourages the development of a delicate natural rind as it matures.

Made from British goats milk, it is carefully ripened to strike a balance between freshness and richness. As it ages the firm, chalky centre gradually softens beneath the rind, creating a wonderful contrast in texture.

Hand-made at a small dairy in Hawes, North Yorkshire, Ribblesdale were among the first cheese makers to launch a goat curd, which has become enormously popular. During production the curds are drained, hand portioned and shaped into logs, then lightly brushed with a dusting of ash. The logs take around two weeks to mature and develop a distinctive wrinkly rind that protects the smooth, creamy white paste within.

All cheeses are hand cut, therefore the weights listed are approximate. We work very hard to cut them as accurately as we can and happy to offer advice on purchasing the right amount if you are unsure. If you would like a price for larger weights or whole cheeses, please call us.

We send our cheese by Royal Mail Tracked 24, with next-day delivery available across all UK postcodes for £4.99 per parcel. Orders over £60 qualify for free delivery.

We carefully pack every order to help keep your cheese in the best possible condition during transit. Royal Mail are very reliable, and most parcels arrive within 24 hours, but occasional delays can happen.

If you’re ordering cheese for a special occasion, party or event, we recommend having it delivered a couple of days beforehand. This gives you some extra time in case of an unexpected courier delay and allows the cheese to rest and reach its best before serving.

We currently deliver throughout the UK but do not offer international delivery.

Every order is cut and packed by hand, fresh to order by our team of cheesemongers.

Your cheese is wrapped in breathable waxed paper, which allows it to breathe while helping to protect it during transit and in your fridge. It is then placed inside a thermal foil pouch with a frozen gel pack to keep it cool on its journey. The gel pack will naturally defrost during transit; this is completely normal.

Finally, everything is carefully packed into a branded box to keep your order safe and presentable when it arrives.

We’re also conscious of the environmental impact of packaging. Around 95% of our packaging is recyclable or reusable, and we’re continually looking for ways to reduce waste and make our business more sustainable. We believe great cheese should be enjoyed with consideration for the planet, too.

Pairing Suggestion - Hot Honey

Spread over crusty bread, drizzle with this delicious hot honey and top with a generous pile of rocket leaves.