Godminster Cheese

There have been people living and working the land at Godminster, in Bruton, here in Somerset, for over 5 centuries, and a dairy farm for the past 100 years. 

Godminster farm became certified organic in 1999 and, not long after, determined that cheddar cheese made the best use of the farms milk.

The big 2kg of Godminsters finest!

Using a 70 year old recipe, the cheese is matured for at least twelve months before being coated in the distinctive wax, which helps to protect the cheese, and ensures its creamy texture. The cheese is actually made at Wyke Farm, the coating is done by Ashley Chase and the finished article is then dispatched from Bruton itself, not far from the farm.

More recently, the focus has expanded from simply a dairy farm, towards creating a selection of organic raw ingredients, each full of gracious goodness. These, in turn, are lovingly prepared into the Godminster goodies, which goes beyond their lovely cheeses, such as  ...