Cheddar cheese tasting

Cheddar, Somerset

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Updated October 2026

LocationCheddar, Somerset

CostTasting is often free or a few pounds, and tours typically cost about £5 to £10.

Best timeAny time of year.

How long1 hour

What to expect

Cheddar cheese takes its name from the village of Cheddar, where it was first made, and a cheesemaker in the village still ages and sells traditional cheeses in a cave. Visitors can watch cheese being made, taste mature varieties and buy truckles to take home. Many people say a real farmhouse Cheddar tastes quite different from supermarket versions.

Tips before you go

Ask to try several ages of cheese, from mild to extra mature.
Check what is actually made on site on the day you visit.
Combine with the gorge walk and the caves.

Book or plan it

Tours, tickets and places to stay

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Where to base yourself

A weekend in Cheddar GorgeSomerset

England's biggest gorge, with show caves and the home of cheese

A weekend in WellsSomerset

A tiny cathedral city with a moat, swans and a medieval street

What to pack

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Frequently asked questions

Was Cheddar cheese really invented in Cheddar?

Yes. The cheese takes its name from the village, where it was made for centuries, though it is now produced all over the world.

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Last reviewed October 2026. Prices, opening times and conditions change, so check with the provider before you go. Report an error or share a tip.