The People’s Cheese Final 2026: Britain’s Best New Cheese
Once again, the cheese loving public are being called upon to taste, ponder and vote for your favourites.
Additional information
| Date | 17th October 2026 |
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| Location | Buckinghamshire |
With comedian Marcus Brigstocke & aspiring comedian and pro cheesemaker Jane Quicke
The challenge is simple:
Eat some cheese. Have Your Say
Join The Real Cheese Project on Saturday 17 October at the beautiful St Mary’s Church, Wendover, for an unforgettable evening celebrating Britain’s finest artisan cheese.
Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, taste all four People’s Cheese finalists, and watch the nation’s favourite cheese crowned live. Hosted by comedian Marcus Brigstocke, with fellow Quicke’s cheesemaker Jane Quicke, the evening also features an expert judging panel including Lucy Cufflin, Chris Dawson, Ceri Cryer and Jonathan Pearcey.
The finalists were chosen by hundreds of members of the public after tasting more than 20 outstanding cheeses.
Can’t make it live?
Bring The People’s Cheese Final 2026 into your own home. Your People’s Cheese Tasting Box contains all four finalist cheeses, perfectly paired accompaniments, and exclusive access to the live final, where you’ll join Marcus Brigstocke, Jane Quicke and our expert panel to crown Britain & Ireland’s Best New Cheese 2026.
Taste along live, cast your vote, and be part of the final from wherever you are.
Disclaimer: This event is not organised nor run by the Academy of Cheese. Please refer to the organiser’s website for full Terms & Conditions.