Swaledale Traditional
£3.10 per 100g
- Cows Milk
- Pasteurised
- 8 Months +
- England
Description
Swaledale Traditional is based on an ancient recipe developed hundreds of years ago and shares much of its character with a farmhouse Wensleydale. A brilliant alternative, but softer and creamier, with more delicate and less astringent flavours.
It is made from locally sourced milk that carries the terroir of the rich Swaledale meadows and pastures of Yorkshire. The milk is pasteurised before cheesemaking, and the cheese is extra matured, cloth bound and left with a natural rind.
During the twentieth century the art of cheesemaking declined in Swaledale, and by 1980 only one farm was still producing. When the Longstaff farm stopped, Mrs Marjorie Longstaff passed the original Swaledale process to the founders of the Swaledale Cheese Company. That process has remained unchanged since production began again in 1987.
How much to buy
A whole Swaledale Traditional weighs approximately 3kg. If you would like a whole cheese, please contact us and we can arrange it for you.
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.
Delivery
Your cheese is cut fresh to order, wrapped and packed by hand and delivered on the day you choose. We deliver across the UK from Tuesday to Friday each week. If you are ordering for a gift or special occasion we advise you to always allow an extra day in case of any unforeseen courier delays.
Recipe / pairing suggestion
Suggestion – DRIVERS CHUNKY PICCALILLI
A chunky piccalilli is the natural partner. Also very good in a ploughman's alongside a decent ham.
If you like a farmhouse Wensleydale, this is the softer, creamier cousin. Worth the swap.
Perfectly paired with...
FAQ
How should I store my cheese once it arrives?
Cheese is best kept in the fridge wrapped in the waxed paper or packaging it arrives in. Avoid plastic wrap, as cheese needs to breathe.
How long will my cheese last?
Most cheeses will last 1-2 weeks if stored properly. Harder cheeses tend to last longer than soft cheeses.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes, we deliver throughout the UK mainland. Some remote areas may have longer delivery times.
When will my cheese order arrive?
Orders placed before 12pm are dispatched the same day for next-day delivery. We deliver Tuesday to Friday.
Is your cheese pasteurised?
We stock both pasteurised and unpasteurised cheeses. Each product page clearly states whether the cheese is pasteurised.
Do you offer subscriptions or cheese boxes?
Yes! We offer both rolling subscriptions and pre-paid subscription boxes. Visit our Subscriptions page for more details.
Can I visit your shop and café?
Absolutely! Our shop and café is located at 1 St Martin's Lane, Lincoln. We're open Monday to Saturday.
