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02/02/2017

Yorkshire Pudding Day

Yorkshire Puddings are a British icon – something enjoyed with the Sunday roast by families across the nation. The origin of this delicacy can be traced back at least as far as 1737 (then known as a “dripping pudding”) when cooks would serve the pudding with a thick sauce or gravy ahead of the main roast dinner, in an effort to stem the appetite; meat was a very expensive commodity. As the years have gone by, love for the Yorkshire Pudding has grown, and one of its most famous fans... Read More

06/12/2016
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STEP INTO CHRISTMAS AT THE WENSLEYDALE CREAMERY VISITOR CENTRE

The Wensleydale Creamery, the famous cheese-makers based in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, is the only place to be this December, as it pulls out all the stops to create a magical festive season at its Visitor Centre in the market town of Hawes. Visitors heading to The Wensleydale Creamery, can enjoy a ‘Festive Taste of Yorkshire’, with exclusive Christmas shopping, including build-your-own hampers, plus fantastic home-made, seasonal food and drink served in Calvert’s Restaurant and the 1897 Coffee Shop. The Creamery’s popular Christmas shopping evenings will be held... Read More

01/12/2016

Festive Flavours from The Wensleydale Creamery

We’re famous for our Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese; creamy, crumbly & full of flavour, handcrafted by our master cheese-makers at The Wensleydale Creamery, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, to a time-honoured recipe using milk from local farms. But we’re also experts in blending cheese with ingredients, and have developed a range of tempting festive flavours to delight your tastebuds! Find them on our website, in our Visitor Centre Cheese Shop, in the major retailers, and independent farm shops and delis around the country. Eggnog Yorkshire Wensleydale Creamy, crumbly and... Read More

01/12/2016
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Wensleydale Creamery Finalist in White Rose Awards

We were delighted to be shortlisted in this year’s Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards, in the Large Visitor Attraction category. The list of finalists comprised some amazing businesses, and the competition was fierce! Feedback from the judges included: Excellent cheese-making demonstrations Friendly, bright and efficient staff Enticing home-made food A modern, bright and spacious building Well stocked shop aimed at all ages, with lots of local produce Excellent car parking   On the night of the awards our team enjoyed a fantastic event, with delicious food and great entertainment.... Read More

04/11/2016

Christmas Lunch in Calvert’s Restaurant

Our popular Christmas Lunches return from Monday 28th November. Served seven days a week, every dish is home-made & locally sourced, and features our award-winning cheeses. From just £12.95, booking is advisable!   See the full Christmas Lunch Menu here.

18/10/2016
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Christmas Shopping Evening – Tuesday 20th December

Join us on Tuesday 20th December, 5-8pm, for our second Christmas Shopping Evening. These popular evenings are not to be missed, with free mince pies and mulled wine, a live performance from local folk band Peg Powler, and 20% off all products*! Look out for our home-made & locally sourced Yorkshire Tapas Menu, being served in Calvert’s Restaurant 5-7.30pm. We hope to see you there. *T&Cs apply: in store on specified date only. Excludes alcohol and promotions.

18/10/2016
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Christmas Shopping Evening – Thursday 8th December

Join us on Thursday 8th December, 5-8pm, for the first of this year’s Christmas Shopping Evenings. These popular evenings are not to be missed, with free mince pies and mulled wine, a live performance from the Askrigg Hand Bell Ringers, and we will be joined by Sloemotion who will be sampling their delicious range of artisan products. You can also take advantage of 20% off all products*! Look out for our home-made & locally sourced Yorkshire Tapas Menu, being served in Calvert’s Restaurant 5-7.30pm. We hope to see you there.... Read More

01/08/2016

Yorkshire, Yorkshire, Lovely Yorkshire

Today is one of the most special, the most wonderful days of the year. Whether it’s sunny, cloudy, snowy even (!) – you won’t find a better day! Today we celebrate God’s Own County – Yorkshire. Legendary for its stunning landscape, including coast and countryside, sporting heroes, flat caps, and amazing food, including of course Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese, we explore ways in which The Wensleydale Creamery and Visitor Centre is connected to this incredible county. The Yorkshire Dales National Park is the home of The Wensleydale Creamery. Set in the... Read More

11/07/2016
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Summer at The Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre

We’re looking forward to the Summer here at The Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre – we’ve got lots going on!   We will be running cookery demonstrations during the Summer in our Museum. Our Head Chef will show you how to create some of the mouth-watering dishes found on our menu in Calvert’s Restaurant and the 1897 Coffee Shop, which feature our award-winning cheese. And of course, you’ll be able to taste the finished dish too! Please contact us for days and times. Phase one of our ‘Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese Experience’ is open... Read More

17/06/2016

Calling all students!

We are looking for students to work in our busy Visitor Centre Cheese & Gift Shop, during the holidays and at weekends. Hourly rate for over 16s is £6.73. For more information, or to apply, please contact Lynn Peacock on 01969 667664 or lynn.peacock@wensleydale.co.uk