New location for independent Harrogate shop acclaimed as 'one of Yorkshire’s finest cheese shops'
The search for a new bigger premises for an independent Harrogate shop widely acclaimed as one one of Yorkshire’s finest cheese shops has paid off with a move on the cards.
Founded in 1981, The Cheeseboard of Harrogate has been a staple of the town's food scene for decades and can boast more than 200 types of specialty cheeses – British and international.
One of those incredibly rare shops steeped in a true love for its product, this independently-owned specialist business has been wonderfully run at number one Commercial Street for such a long time it has become a Harrogate institution.
Earlier this year, Gemma Aykroyd, who took over the business in 2000 as the fourth owner, revealed she was eyeing up an expansion for The Cheeseboard, with plans to move into a larger space when the opportunity arose.
Now comes the news that a new premises has been identified – just a little way down the road from its current home on Commercial Street.
Regardless of address, The Cheeseboard’s expertise and the customer-friendly, award-winning approach of its small but knowledgeable team is unlikely to change.
The shop was once hailed by The Guardian as "Harrogate’s renowned dairy dazzler” and simply “impeccable”.
”It’s not just about selling cheese, it’s more than that,” said Gemma.
"I really love serving the customers, people come in for a chat, it’s about community.
"I know a lot of customers by name and when they come in they love it.”
For more information, visit: https://thecheeseboard.net