The old part Cirencester is full of fascinating little specialist shops, one of which, Colburn and Grant Cheesemongers is a particular favourite of ours. They always have a good selection of local cheeses as well as some from further afield. The knowledgeable owner will answer all your questions as well as offering you a sample of the ‘cheese of the week’ or others if they particularly interest you. Prices aren’t cheap but you can ask for a small wedge of 100grams or even less if you wish. We have tried several and found some excellent cheeses.

If you’re looking for something different to take home from the Cotswolds for friends and family, the local cheeses – and a choice of chutneys and / or wines to complement them – make good presents and look the part when neatly packaged.

The cheesemongers is also a deli and a coffee shop with pleasant seating beside the windows and on the patio outside. We popped in for a coffee one morning and got interested in the cheeses. We’ve since returned for cakes and snacks (their deli-sandwiches are particularly good!) and more browsing of cheese, chutneys and wines.

Colburn and Grant Cheesemongers

2 Templar Mews

8 Blackjack Street

Cirencester

GL7 2AA

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