Ticklemore Cheese Ltd Wins Prestigious Specialist Cheesemakers Association Patron’s Award 2026
We are delighted to announce thatwe have been awarded the Specialist Cheesemakers Association Patron’s Award 2026, one of the highest honours in the British artisan cheese industry for our cows milk cheese, Devon Blue.
The Patron’s Award, presented by the Specialist Cheesemakers Association (SCA), recognises the UK’s finest artisan cheese, celebrating outstanding craftsmanship, quality and dedication to traditional cheesemaking. The award is open exclusively to SCA member cheesemakers, is regarded as one of the most prestigious accolades in the sector and arises from nomination. All of the nominations are judged by the esteemed SCA Committee.
For Ticklemore Cheese Ltd, the award is a proud recognition of the passion and expertise that goes into every cheese produced at the dairy. Since taking ownership of the business in 2023, Ben and Laura Harris have continued to build on Ticklemore’s long-established reputation for exceptional artisan cheeses, combining traditional methods with meticulous attention to detail.
“This award means an enormous amount to everyone at Ticklemore Cheese,” said Ben Harris, Director and Head Cheesemaker. “To be recognised by our peers within the Specialist Cheesemakers Association is a tremendous honour. Every member of our team shares a commitment to producing cheese of the very highest quality, and this award reflects the dedication, care and hard work that goes into every batch we make.”
Laura Harris, Director of Ticklemore Cheese Ltd, added: “We’re incredibly grateful to our loyal customers, retailers, distributors and supporters who have championed our cheeses over the years. Artisan cheesemaking is built on relationships, and we’re proud to be part of such a passionate and supportive community.”
The Patron’s Award reinforces our position among Britain’s leading artisan cheesemakers and marks another significant milestone in the company’s history. The recognition celebrates not only the quality of the winning cheese but also the continued strength and innovation of the UK’s specialist cheese sector.
Ticklemore Cheese Ltd remains committed to producing handcrafted cheeses (Devon Blue from cows milk, Beenleigh Blue from sheeps milk and Harbourne Blue from goats milk) that showcase the rich dairy heritage of Devon while maintaining the highest standards of quality, sustainability and animal welfare.
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