Their Story
Wensleydale creamery is steeped in heritage and provenance. They are custodians of an 875-year history of cheesemaking in the Dale which began in 1150 when French monks first settled in Wensleydale, bringing with them their cheese-making recipe.
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1897 saw the first creamery built in Hawes, when Edward Chapman, a local corn and provisions merchant, began to purchase milk to make Wensleydale cheese on a larger scale.
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Today, Wensleydale is an award-winning recipe, and home to the iconic creamy, crumbly classic Yorkshire Wensleydale
a cheese that’s as timeless, traditional and universally loved as the beautiful Dale from which it comes.
The Creamery is an interactive visitors centre as well as cafe and shop which gives visitors the chance to view the process and creation of this vintage classic.
Visit Hawes & The Dales
The Home of: Wensleydale Creamery
Wensleydale Creamery is set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Surrounded by the iconic Three Peaks it's a huge attraction for walkers and fell runners
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The famous Settle Viaduct dates back to Victorian times. Its 24 arches stretch through the valley and serves as a reminder of the genius engineering of days gone by.
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Nearby Aysgarth Falls is a real beauty spot,, famous for their appearance in the 90's film "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves"
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Local to the falls is the impressive Bolton Castle built in 1379
and offers a glimpse into medieval history with its beautifully preserved rooms and spectacular views over the surrounding landscape. It played host to several notable figures in history, includingQueen Elizabeth the first and Mary Queen of Scots.
