A summer garden party calls for relaxed elegance — think laughter under festoon lights, fizz in hand, and a grazing table that’s as indulgent as it is inviting. At the heart of it all? British cheese. Here’s how to create a showstopping spread with our favourite combinations that are as much about flavour as they are about style.

Setting the Scene

Use wooden boards, ceramic platters and seasonal foliage (think rosemary, thyme, and edible flowers). Add height with cake stands or crates, and let your cheeses be the heroes — unwrapped, at room temperature, and ready to tempt.

5 Hero Cheese Moments for Your Table:

1. The Statement Starter

Cheese: Shorrocks Lancashire Cheese Bomb
Pair With: Tracklements Perfect Ploughman’s Pickle + seeded crackers
Place this bomb-shaped beauty in the centre. Crack it open just before guests arrive — the mature, creamy Lancashire cheese is rich, crumbly, and irresistible. The Ploughman’s Pickle brings zing and depth.

2. The Creamy Crowd-Pleaser

Cheese: Barber’s 1833 Vintage Cheddar
Pair With: Tracklements Caramelised Onion Marmalade + apple slices
With natural crystals and a tangy, sharp kick, this cheddar is a classic with a twist. Serve with sweet onion marmalade and fresh fruit to cut through the richness.

3. The Elegant Bite

Cheese: Baron Bigod Brie
Pair With: Cradoc’s Pear & Earl Grey Crackers + strawberries
This raw milk brie has silky texture and complex, earthy notes. Slice generously and layer onto floral crackers with seasonal strawberries for an elevated mouthful.

4. The Smoky Note

Cheese: Great British Oak Smoked Mature Cheddar
Pair With: Cradoc’s Chilli Ginger & Garlic Crackers + olives
Deeply savoury with a bold smokiness, this cheddar pairs perfectly with crackers that pack a punch and briny olives for balance.

5. The Decadent Finisher

Cheese: Snowdonia Truffle Trove
Pair With: Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam
Truffle, wild mushroom, and garlic notes make this cheese the ultimate in indulgence. Add a touch of sticky chilli jam to lift its richness and surprise your guests.

Grazing Table Tips:

• Cheese Order: Place mild cheeses at one end, boldest at the other.

• Serve Style: Slice some, leave others whole for theatre.

• Balance Flavour: Mix sweet, sharp, savoury and spicy elements.

• Don’t Forget Drinks: Suggest English sparkling wine or elderflower spritz.

Your garden party deserves cheese as memorable as the occasion. Browse our full range of British cheeses and gourmet accompaniments to build your ultimate grazing table.