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Mrs Temples - Walsingham' Cheese

Mrs Temples - Walsingham' Cheese

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Key Facts

Region: Wighton, North Norfolk

Milk: Cow

Type: Pressed & matured (crumbly)

Texture: Firm, Crumbly

Pasteurisation: Pasteurised

Strength

● ● ● ○ ○ Medium

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The Cheesemonger’s Notes

A pressed, crumbly Norfolk cheese with the charm of Wensleydale and the backbone of Cheddar

Produced in North Norfolk by Mrs Temples Cheese

Walsingham is a pressed and matured cheese made with pasteurised cow’s milk, created to deliver a crumbly, satisfying texture and a flavour profile that sits beautifully between two British favourites: the gentle dairy freshness of Wensleydale and the deeper savoury warmth of a young Cheddar.

Made in Norfolk, Walsingham is matured to develop structure and character without tipping into harshness. The paste is pale and firm, breaking cleanly with a natural crumble that makes it a joy to serve and portion. It’s the kind of cheese that feels properly “traditional” on the plate—honest, dependable, and quietly moreish.

On the palate, it starts with clean, creamy milk notes and a light lactic tang, then builds into a fuller, rounded savouriness. You get a gentle sweetness and brightness up front (that Wensleydale-like lift), followed by a firmer, nuttier depth as it finishes (the Cheddar-style backbone). The result is balanced, versatile, and incredibly board-friendly.

This is a cheese that earns its keep: easy to love, easy to pair, and ideal when you want something with real character that won’t dominate everything else. It’s just as at home alongside chutneys and crackers as it is melted into cooking or tucked into a proper sandwich.

Cut to order at The Norfolk Deli, every piece is prepared fresh to ensure the best condition when it reaches you.

 

Perfect Pairings

• A classic ploughman’s with pickle or sweet onion chutney
• Apple chutney, ale chutney, or a gentle spiced chutney
• Oatcakes, water biscuits, or crusty bread
• Norfolk ales, crisp cider, or a medium-bodied red

Ideal Uses

• A brilliant all-rounder for cheese boards
• Crumbled over salads and baked potatoes
• Grated into toasties, savoury scones, or pasta bakes
• The backbone cheese in a ploughman’s or sandwich

Why We Stock It

Walsingham is one of those rare cheeses that ticks every box: approachable, characterful, and wildly versatile. It gives customers something familiar in style, but with a Norfolk identity—and it performs just as well on a board as it does in everyday eating.


 

  • Cut Fresh, Just for You

    Every cheese is hand-cut at our counter on the day your order is prepared. Because we cut by hand, weights are as accurate as possible but remain approximate — think artisan precision, not factory uniformity

  • Trusted Cheesemonger

    For over 12 years, The Norfolk Deli has been immersed in cheese, recognised nationally as one of the country’s inspirational independent cheesemongers. Every cheese is selected and cut with care

  • Serving Guide

    As part of a cheeseboard, 250g typically serves 2–4 people. For gatherings of 4–6, a selection of three to five cheeses creates a more generous and varied board

The Norfolk Deli

Answering your everyday cheese questions

How long will this cheese last?

All cheeses are cut fresh at the counter and dispatched in insulated packaging.

For the best flavour, we recommend enjoying within 5–7 days of delivery. Hard cheeses may last longer if stored correctly.

How should I store this cheese?

Keep refrigerated in its original wrapping or waxed paper. Avoid airtight plastic containers. Always bring to room temperature 30–45 minutes before serving for the best flavour and texture.

Is this cheese suitable for freezing?

We don’t recommend freezing soft or blue cheeses as it can affect texture. Hard cheeses may be frozen for cooking purposes, but flavour is best when enjoyed fresh.

What if my cheese has mould on it?

Mould is a natural part of many artisan cheeses.

If the cheese is meant to have a white rind, blue veining or natural mould, this is completely normal and part of its character.

If you notice surface mould on a hard cheese, it can usually be trimmed away safely — simply cut at least 1cm around and beneath the mould.

If mould appears on a soft cheese that is not intended to have mould, or if you are unsure, please contact us and we will advise.

We only dispatch cheeses in excellent condition, selected at peak maturity.

Is this cheese safe during pregnancy?

Pasteurised cheeses are generally considered safe. If a cheese is unpasteurised, this will be clearly stated in the Key Facts section. If unsure, please consult current NHS guidance

Can I request a specific size?

Weights are approximate to ensure fairness and quality. If you require a specific size for an event, please contact us before ordering.

Can this cheese be included in a hamper or cheeseboard selection?

Yes. Many of our cheeses are available in curated cheeseboards, gift hampers or our Cheesemonger’s Selection.