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ORGANIC FARMING Godminster Farm is set on the outskirts of the town of Bruton, Somerset. Its historic pedigree dates back to the Doomsday Book of 1086 which records that people have been living on the land since then. Delicious cheese must use delicious milk and Godminster Farm is home to our very own herd of […]

Things are looking a bit different, aren’t they! We’re excited to finally be able to show you Godminster’s brand new look. Our rebrand has been two years in the making and it marks an exciting new chapter in the Godminster story. Godminster’s new look brings the spirit of Somerset to life, while our core values […]

Believe it or not, the origins of heart-shaped cheese can be traced back over 500 years to a mediaeval village called Neufchâtel in Normandy, France.

Due to severe weather and the Royal Mail strikes, we’re seeing unprecedented numbers of orders in the courier network and some of our deliveries are being delayed by up to 3 days. Some of the DPD depots have stopped taking any new deliveries at all. When choosing your preferred delivery date on checkout, please make […]

Christmas Opening Times for the Godminster Shop 19th December 10am – 5pm 20th – 22th December 9am – 5pm 23rd December 8.30am – 5pm 24th December 9.00am – 1pm 25th – 27th December CLOSED 28th – 30thDecember 10am – 4.00pm 31st December 9.00am – 1.00pm 1st January – 2nd January 2023 CLOSED 3rd January 2023 […]

Whether you’re planning your first Christmas cheeseboard or just need a bit of guidance on finding the right wine and cheese for that perfect after-dinner treat, we’ve come up with a handy cheese and wine pairing guide to give you a helping hand!   Which comes first – the wine or the cheese? Generally, it’s […]

Christmas is almost here and it is a particularly exciting time of year for us due to the imminent arrival of peak cheese season! While there are cheeses for every season and occasion, Christmas is a time when cheese plays a key role in festivities. Perhaps you’re planning the perfect cheeseboard or looking for a […]

July 2022 saw the return of the week-long Somerset Food Trail with delicious events all over the county including here at Godminster, Kimbers Farm shop and The Sheppy Inn plus many, many more. The Somerset Food Trail is a countywide farm-to-fork showcase. Its aim is to highlight the range and richness of Somerset’s sustainable producers, […]

You only need to open a newspaper to see that things are a bit tricky in the food industry right now. Two examples that have been dominating the news lately include Lurpak increasing their cost to give their dairy farmers a better deal and Heinz being unable to agree a fair price with Tesco. Small […]

Do you need an eye-catching centrepiece for your top table at your wedding breakfast? Cheese wedding cakes are now considered a stylish and unusual alternative to traditional wedding cakes. As cheese experts, we have ten tips to help you craft the perfect cheese wedding cake which is sure to be the talking point of your […]

We’re proud to announce that Godminster Farm is officially a carbon-negative farm! This means that we aren’t just carbon neutral, but we actively combat greenhouse gas emissions by locking away more CO2 into the ground than we emit. In a recent audit of Godminster Farm, it was revealed that we actually ‘sequester’ (take out of […]

As we get ready for a busy 2022, Godminster’s farm manager Pete looks back at the last twelve months at the farm… 2021 was an interesting year for Godminster Farm! Things started out tough with a cold dry spring resulting in poor grass growth. But as is with nature, conditions did improve rapidly and it […]

We’re delighted to announce that our Mature Organic Prepack and our Mature Organic Prepack with Black Pepper can be found in Souther Co-ops! Here’s our full press release below… More people now have the chance to tuck in to two organic Somerset cheeses as they have been selected by a regional co-operative to be stocked […]

Cheese and Wine; a love story as old as time. If you know a cheese lover and you’re looking for the perfect gift for them, then a cheese and wine hamper is sure to delight them! But what cheeses and wines will pair together perfectly? And what snacks or other treats could you include in […]

When it comes to wrapping cheese, the important thing is to wrap it tightly to ensure it retains its freshness and can be enjoyed in all its cheesy glory!  Ideally, you want to wrap your cheese in wax paper (also known as cheese paper) as this will allow your cheese to breathe more. Here’s how […]

Christmas Opening Times for the Godminster Shop 20th – 23rd December 9am – 5pm 24th December 8.30am – 3pm 25th – 28th December CLOSED 29th – 31st December 10am – 4.00pm 1st January – 3rd January 2022 CLOSED 4th January 2022 Normal Opening Times (9am – 5pm)   Christmas Opening Times for the Godminster Office The […]

It was in 2020, in between one lockdown and another, that the Godminster team decided that we needed to do something special to celebrate our ‘coming of age’ moment. And what better way to celebrate maturing over our 21 years than with a very special cheddar cheese! We turned to our fantastic cheesemaking neighbours, the […]

Many cheeses are considered to be suitable for vegetarians, however, there are some cheeses on the market which contain animal rennet (this is a type of enzyme found in animal’s stomachs and is included to help solidify some types of cheese). As not all cheese products will be vegetarian-friendly, it’s always a good idea to […]

In short, yes, there are many types of cheeses that can be frozen and enjoyed at a later date (but there are exceptions, which we’ll briefly touch on later!). Whilst freezing your cheese means you don’t have to waste anything (as freezing food prevents the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mould), it’s important to note […]

If you know a cheese lover who would love nothing more than for Father Christmas to bring some delicious cheese down their chimney, you’re probably searching for the best cheese gift ideas to make their Christmas wishes come true.  We’ve put together a list of some of the best organic cheese gifts you could consider […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and you’re planning on creating the perfect cheese board to serve your family and friends over this Christmas season…but where do you begin? We’ve put together some tips to help you create a deliciously festive cheese platter that is sure to make everyone’s holidays!       […]

So, you’ve just enjoyed some delicious cheese…but what do you do with the wax that’s left?  Here are a few ideas to get you inspired…   Seal jars and bottles Cheese wax can be used to keep other produce fresh. For example, if you have a bottle or a jar with a lid that you […]

Phone alerts for healthy heifers? Just one of the innovative ideas that brought us home the win at this year’s BOOM Awards! Godminster Farm – our organic mixed farm here in Bruton, Somerset – was judged the Best of Organic Farms Over 10 Hectares at the BOOM (Best of Organic Markets) Awards in London. A […]

Cheese should be kept refrigerated and stored below 5°C to ensure it’s safe to eat and lasts longer. Here at Godminster, we recommend taking your cheese out of the fridge an hour before you dive in so it’s brought up to room temperature and you can enjoy it in all its cheesy glory! Keep on […]

As I sit here with just two days until “Christmas” I am led to think… “SOD COVID, ‘C’ is actually for:” COMMITMENT First and foremost, I would like to thank the entire Godminster team for their supreme efforts and dedication throughout the year. I am proud of the service we have been able to provide […]

Christmas Opening Times for the Godminster Shop   21st – 23rd December 9am – 5pm 24th December 9am – 3pm 25th – 28th December CLOSED 29th – 31st December 10am – 4.00pm 1st January 2021 CLOSED 2nd January 2021 9.30am – 5.30pm 3rd January 2021 CLOSED 4th January 2021 Normal Opening Times   Christmas Opening Times […]

With party season on the horizon, here’s how to hone your grazing platter skills for that showstopper effect                       While Christmas will be looking a little different from previous years, that’s no reason to stint on the celebrations – if anything, we could all do […]

With more customers than ever before choosing to shop online, we all know that this Christmas this year is going to be a season like no other. The surge in demand for online orders will give a welcome boost to many businesses that have been affected by this year but will also present a unique […]

We all know that cheese and wine are a match made in heaven – even more so when they’re organic! Godminster Farm has been farming organically in the heart of Somerset for over twenty years and as a result we’ve seen a lot of beneficial changes to the countryside around us over the years. When […]

Let’s face it, 2020 has been a strange year for everyone! Take the hassle out of the last few months and get your organic Christmas gifts and eco-friendly Christmas presents sorted early with our handy gift guide.     Presents for Organic Foodies… The Organic 5 Piece Knife Set, Viners – from £45 This set […]

English Wine Week kicked off on the 20th June this year and what better way to celebrate than with some fantastic cheese and wine pairings? Earlier this Summer we asked James from Hawkins Bros Fine English Wines to tell us his favourite wines to match with the Godminster range…     Vintage Organic Cheddar & […]

If you’re a regular to our Godminster shop in Bruton on a Friday then you’ll have seen the Brixham fish van and all the bounty it brings with it! But the recent coronavirus pandemic has brought plenty of challenges to the British fish industry, which has been struggling with the closure of restaurants that makes […]

Eating healthy balanced meals is more important than ever but finding a delivery slot with your local supermarket can be a real pain! Here at Godminster, we love using independent box schemes and websites to shop locally and ethically wherever possible. Here are a few of our favourites featuring the very highest quality produce from […]

The British Cheese Weekender (#BritishCheeseWeekender) is the perfect time for the team at Godminster to celebrate some of our favourite cheesemakers! The British cheese industry is fortunate to be full of passionate and talented cheesemakers, and the results are a delicious spectrum of amazing British cheese. The farmers and cheesemakers in our industry aren’t our […]

This year marks 20 years since Richard Hollingbery created his very first batch of Godminster Vintage Organic Cheddar. Over these two decades we’ve noticed a lot of changes on our farm and in the world around us – and here’s 20 of them to mark our anniversary! Increasing Organic Awareness More and more people around […]

Just when you thought that life doesn’t get better for us all here at Godminster, it always catches you out and 2019 has proved no exception. To start with during 2019 our local area seems to have become more and more popular probably because new destinations and incredible restaurants are springing up at a pace. […]

For us, it really is the most wonderful time of the year. After all, Christmas isn’t Christmas without Godminster. That doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy being busy in the run up, but strangely that’s part of the fun; we know that all the hard work means that people up and down the country will be […]

Last week, Richard took to the road in France on a cheese tour.  He saw some wonderful things while touring the food halls and fromageries in the south to pick up tips and inspiration.  Here’s his account of the journey. So, here we are. Autumn in the Alps and amongst the great cheeses of Haut […]

Earlier this month Godminster attended the Anuga show in Cologne, the largest trade food fair in the world!  It’s always an exhilarating few days, it was even more special this year as it was the show’s 100th anniversary. Exporting award-winning British organic cheddar has become a huge part of our business, and we look forward […]

                Introducing our Black Truffle Vintage Organic Cheddar After what seems like a very long time, we can finally start sharing our latest offering with you!  Our delicious Black Truffle Vintage Organic Cheddar is now available to buy and we couldn’t be more proud of it.  We’re really […]

                  The Perfect Teacher’s Gift The summer holidays are fast approaching. While for many of us, it means a small step closer to a well-earned rest, there are parents up and down the country thinking about how to occupy the children for the long break.  And even […]

                  Top Tips For The Perfect Picnic We have it on good authority that summer is about to return and we can’t wait. There is something almost magical about the British summer with long evenings, the smell of freshly mown lawns, the gentle buzz of bees . […]

            Easter Feasting Easter is right up there with Christmas in our calendar of feasting opportunities and we’ve been looking forward to it for weeks now.  It’s symbolic of new beginnings and with the sun shining and trees in blossom, it looks like Spring is finally here.  Chocolate might well […]

Here at Godminster, cheese is a way of life. As cheese is delicious, complex & magical, read our rules you have to live by to get the most out of it.

Thursday 31st Arrived Heathrow 12.30pm. At check-in I am told my bag of Godminster Goodies is 2 kgs overweight and so remove 2x 1kg from my suitcase and put in my hand baggage –BA employee immediately goes “Wow, Godminster Vintage, the Best…I used to work on the deli counter at Waitrose in a North London store and it was one of our best sellers. My favourite too!”

Valentine’s Day, or St Valentine’s Day, has become a wonderful annual celebration of love on 14th February and something we look forward to.  More than just romantic love, we’re enjoying watching it develop into something inclusive of friendship and admiration too.

Smoking cheese is a way to add extra flavour and a smoky, woody dimension to many types of cheese. Find out about the history of cheese smoking here.

What a year 2018 has been!  Looking out from my office at the leftovers from Storm Deidre, we seem to be exactly where we were at my last time of writing in the sodden spring, and it now seems difficult to remember just what a unique summer we enjoyed.   A Year of Awards We’ve […]