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No 2 Pound Street | Level Two: Member Certification
About
Why choose this course?
This immersive two-day experience takes you deeper into the world of cheese — building on Level 1 and developing your understanding of milk science, maturing, flavour, grading, and the artistry of cheesemaking.
Hosted at No2 Pound Street in the picturesque market town of Wendover, the home of The Bucks Cheese Guy, James Grant, this course combines expert tuition with hands-on tasting and guided discussion.
No2 Pound Street is an award-winning cheese and wine shop at the heart of the Chilterns, celebrated for its range of British artisan cheeses, English wines, and a British deli counter filled with exceptional produce. Behind the shop sits our dedicated training and tasting room — calm, comfortable, and purpose-built for learning. Your tutor, James Grant, founder of both No2 Pound Street and The Real Cheese Project, brings over two decades of experience in hospitality, cheesemongering and education. Known for his engaging, down-to-earth style, James makes learning about cheese both insightful and great fun.
Expect in-depth exploration, practical exercises, and guided tastings as you prepare for your Academy of Cheese Level 2 Member assessment. Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided each day.
Whether you’re a cheesemonger, chef, or passionate enthusiast, Level 2 will elevate your knowledge and confidence to the next level — helping you understand cheese from the ground up.
No2 Pound Street is proud to be an official Academy of Cheese Training Partner, offering the UK’s accredited cheese education programme right here in Wendover. be arranged.
Additional to attending the two-day course you’ll receive access to:
– Level Two online Learning Road, consider this your digital course book
– Knowledge check questions to test your progress as you study
– Digital downloadable delegate pack (printed version handed out at the course)
– Downloadable Tasting sheets
– Level Two Exam
– Cheese Library containing over 450 cheeses
– You have 12 months access to the Learning Road
Course benefits at a glance
Hands-on cheesemaking
Cheese Tasting
Focus on Sustainability and Ethical Process
Discounted accommodation available
Classroom-based course at award-winning delicatessen and cheese shop
The Tasting Room at No 2 Pound Street is conveniently located just 2 mins away from train station Wendover train station, with direct links from London Marylebone.
Includes Printed Delegate Pack, Lunch & Refreshments
Course Dates
No 2 Pound Street | Level Two: Member Certification
Choose a date and time
No 2 Pound Street – Member Level Certification: March 2026
- 16th - 17th March 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£595.00
No 2 Pound Street – Associate Level Certification: April 2026
- 18th April 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£195.00
No 2 Pound Street – Member Level Certification: May 2026
- 11th - 12th May 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£595.00
Testimonials
Here's what delegates are saying
Audience
Who is the course for?
Level Two has been designed for cheese industry professionals throughout the supply chain who wish to advance their learning and expertise. It will also appeal to customers with a profound interest in expanding their understanding of cheese production and varieties.
Cheesemakers
Cheesemongers
Sommeliers
Cheese Lovers
Cheese retail professionals
Cheese distributors
Event planners
What You Will Learn
All topics covered at level two will build upon the knowledge gained in level one . You’ll learn everything you need to know to take your Level two exam and become an Academy of Cheese ‘Member’.
Here are the 9 modules which structure the course.
1. Milk Production & Cheesemaking
2. Maturing, Affinage & Grading
3. Buying & Distribution
4. Presenting & Serving
5. Communicating About Cheese
6. Cheese Industry Knowledge
7. Regulation & Good Practice
8. Tasting
9. 100 Iconic Cheeses
Mentors
Gallery
Gallery
Training Partner
No2 Pound Street
Owned by Academy Training Partner James Grant AKA The Bucks Cheese Guy, award-winning cheesemonger, affineur & founder of The Real Cheese Project.
About
Why choose this course?
This immersive two-day experience takes you deeper into the world of cheese — building on Level 1 and developing your understanding of milk science, maturing, flavour, grading, and the artistry of cheesemaking.
Hosted at No2 Pound Street in the picturesque market town of Wendover, the home of The Bucks Cheese Guy, James Grant, this course combines expert tuition with hands-on tasting and guided discussion.
No2 Pound Street is an award-winning cheese and wine shop at the heart of the Chilterns, celebrated for its range of British artisan cheeses, English wines, and a British deli counter filled with exceptional produce. Behind the shop sits our dedicated training and tasting room — calm, comfortable, and purpose-built for learning. Your tutor, James Grant, founder of both No2 Pound Street and The Real Cheese Project, brings over two decades of experience in hospitality, cheesemongering and education. Known for his engaging, down-to-earth style, James makes learning about cheese both insightful and great fun.
Expect in-depth exploration, practical exercises, and guided tastings as you prepare for your Academy of Cheese Level 2 Member assessment. Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided each day.
Whether you’re a cheesemonger, chef, or passionate enthusiast, Level 2 will elevate your knowledge and confidence to the next level — helping you understand cheese from the ground up.
No2 Pound Street is proud to be an official Academy of Cheese Training Partner, offering the UK’s accredited cheese education programme right here in Wendover. be arranged.
Additional to attending the two-day course you’ll receive access to:
– Level Two online Learning Road, consider this your digital course book
– Knowledge check questions to test your progress as you study
– Digital downloadable delegate pack (printed version handed out at the course)
– Downloadable Tasting sheets
– Level Two Exam
– Cheese Library containing over 450 cheeses
– You have 12 months access to the Learning Road
Course benefits at a glance
Hands-on cheesemaking
Cheese Tasting
Focus on Sustainability and Ethical Process
Discounted accommodation available
Classroom-based course at award-winning delicatessen and cheese shop
The Tasting Room at No 2 Pound Street is conveniently located just 2 mins away from train station Wendover train station, with direct links from London Marylebone.
Includes Printed Delegate Pack, Lunch & Refreshments
Course Dates
No 2 Pound Street | Level Two: Member Certification
Choose a date and time
No 2 Pound Street – Member Level Certification: March 2026
- 16th - 17th March 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£595.00
No 2 Pound Street – Associate Level Certification: April 2026
- 18th April 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£195.00
No 2 Pound Street – Member Level Certification: May 2026
- 11th - 12th May 2026
- Buckinghamshire
£595.00
Training Partner
No2 Pound Street
Owned by Academy Training Partner James Grant AKA The Bucks Cheese Guy, award-winning cheesemonger, affineur & founder of The Real Cheese Project.
Mentors
Testimonials
Here's what delegates are saying
Audience
Who is the course for?
Level Two has been designed for cheese industry professionals throughout the supply chain who wish to advance their learning and expertise. It will also appeal to customers with a profound interest in expanding their understanding of cheese production and varieties.
Cheesemakers
Cheesemongers
Sommeliers
Cheese Lovers
Cheese retail professionals
Cheese distributors
Event planners
What You Will Learn
All topics covered at level two will build upon the knowledge gained in level one . You’ll learn everything you need to know to take your Level two exam and become an Academy of Cheese ‘Member’.
Here are the 9 modules which structure the course.
1. Milk Production & Cheesemaking
2. Maturing, Affinage & Grading
3. Buying & Distribution
4. Presenting & Serving
5. Communicating About Cheese
6. Cheese Industry Knowledge
7. Regulation & Good Practice
8. Tasting
9. 100 Iconic Cheeses
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