One of the UK’s “7 best cheese shops” opens in Altrincham

One of the UK’s best cheese shops – according to The Times – has opened a stall at Altrincham Market.

Chorlton Cheesemongers has launched its second stall on Central Way, four years after its original shop opened in Chorlton during lockdown.

Run by managing director Chris Hallam and cheesemaker Graham Kirkham – son of the famous Mrs Kirkham best known for her own Lancashire Cheese business – the business was recently included on The Times and Sunday Times list of the UK’s 7 Best Cheese Shops.

Describing it as a “Manchester stalwart”, the paper said it was “a must-visit on any food lover’s itinerary to a city rapidly becoming a gastronomic force”.

“There are a few global favourites – Comte, feta – but, like most shops on this list, British and Irish cheese are the primary focus. Try something local and you won’t be disappointed.”

Speaking of the opening in Altrincham, the Chorlton Cheesemongers’ team said: “It’s always been really important to us to be firmly rooted in our local community, and having collaborated since our opening with Altrincham Market stalwarts Lovingly Artisan, and more recently with Reserve Wines, the opportunity to join them down at our new location on Central Way was one we couldn’t pass up.

“We’re very much enjoying getting to know all the other local businesses and fantastic customers.”