Our Christmas orders are now closed. You can still buy our Cheese Subscriptions to start in January, as well as book our courses and tasting events. If you want to purchase vouchers you can do so until the 20th December but please note that it can take up to 48 hours for the vouchers to be emailed to you as we process these manually.
We have a full counter of cheese in our shop in Pangbourne so you can still come in and purchase items in store
Price range: £10.00 through £19.50
The smaller version of the Godminster Heart weighs approximately 200g, whereas the larger is 400g. Encased in a distinctive burgundy wax, this organic cheddar is beautifully smooth and has a buttery taste.
Godminster’s story starts back in the early 1980s, when the farm in Somerset made the decision to go organic. Surrounded by lush green fields and contented cows, it’s easy to see why they wanted to do things properly. Since then, Godminster has become a real favourite, not just because of their organic ethos, but because they make a cheddar that’s bursting with flavour and does its bit for the planet too.
It all began with a genuine passion for making proper cheddar. The farm went organic, using only milk from their own cows, who spend their days happily grazing in the fields. As more people started looking for food that tasted good and did good, Godminster really rose to the challenge. The result is an award-winning cheddar that’s now enjoyed by cheese lovers all over the place.
Godminster still makes its cheddar the traditional way, with a real focus on quality and sustainability. Each wheel is handmade, so no two are ever quite the same. These days, you can find Godminster cheddar all over the world, a little slice of Somerset, wherever you happen to be.
Everything begins with organic milk from Godminster’s own cows, who spend their days wandering the fields and munching on grass, clover, and herbs. You can honestly taste the difference, the milk is packed with flavour, and it gives the cheddar that wonderful earthy richness.
Godminster keeps to the old ways when making their cheddar, with plenty of care and attention at every stage. The milk is pasteurised and they use vegetable rennet, so it’s suitable for vegetarians. Once the curds are ready, they’re pressed into moulds and left to mature until they’re just right.
You can always spot Godminster cheddar by its bright burgundy wax coating. It looks fantastic and keeps the cheese in perfect condition as it matures. The longer it ages, the firmer the texture and the more intense the flavour becomes.
Everything is made in small batches, so there’s a real attention to detail. Each wheel is crafted by hand, and that organic milk truly makes it stand out from the crowd.
Godminster cheddar is well known for its rich, creamy texture and that deep, full flavour. It’s everything I look for in a proper British cheddar, with a little something extra thanks to the organic milk.
When it’s young, Godminster is creamy and mellow with just a hint of tang. As it matures, it becomes a bit more crumbly and develops those lovely nutty, buttery notes. There’s a real balance between the dairy sweetness and a gentle tang.
It’s not the strongest cheddar you’ll find, but Godminster has a lovely, lingering tang that stays with you. The toasty, nutty flavours deepen as it ages, making every bite that little bit more interesting.
Because it’s organic, you really get that clean, pure flavour; the milk really shines through. The cows’ grass-fed diet adds a hint of floral and herby notes, and the texture stays creamy and just a little crumbly as it matures.
Jen’s note: Godminster is constantly winning awards for its striking look and it really does stand out in our cheese counter. The hearts are really popular for Valentine’s Day as well as on the top of wedding cakes
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Ingredients (Allergens are listed in capitals)
MILK, starter cultures, rennet, salt
Normal opening Monday – Saturday 9am – 4pm until:
Sunday 22nd 9am – 4pm
Monday 23rd 9am – 4pm
Christmas Eve 9am – 12pm
Christmas Day Closed
Boxing Day Closed
Friday 27th Closed
Saturday 28th 9am – 4pm
Sunday 29th Closed
Monday 30th 9am – 2pm
Tuesday 31st 9am – 2pm
New Year’s Day Closed
Thursday 2nd January Closed
Friday 3rd 9am – 4pm then open as normal
After Christmas our courier delivery slots start from 8th January.
