Overview
Wensleydale Creamery is a renowned dairy producer famous for its Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese. The creamery offers guided tours, a visitor centre, and a cheese tasting experience. It's a must-visit for food enthusiasts and those interested in the history of cheese-making.
The creamery has been producing cheese in the traditional way since 1897 and is a significant part of the local heritage.
Location
Address
Gayle Lane, Wensleydale, Hawes, Yorkshire
Neighborhood: Wensleydale
Coordinates
54.383300, -2.383300
Visiting Information
Opening Hours
Admission
Best Time to Visit
Overall Best Period
April to October
Best Time of Day
Early morning
Fewer crowds and a more peaceful experience
Duration Recommendations
Seasonal Highlights
spring
Mild
- • Spring lambs
- • Blooming gardens
summer
Warm to hot
- • Extended tour hours
autumn
Cool and crisp
- • Autumn colors
- • Harvest season
winter
Cold
- • Holiday decorations
Know Before You Go
Essential Information
- Book tours in advance
- Bring comfortable shoes
- Check weather forecast
What to Bring
essential
recommended
seasonal
not allowed
Health & Safety
Physical Requirements: Low
- • Uneven surfaces in some areas
Medical facilities: First aid available on-site
Payment Information
Accepted
Cash, Credit cards, Debit cards
Currency
GBP
Typical Costs
Dress Code
Casual, Comfortable clothing and shoes, Walking shoes, Inappropriate clothing
Booking Tips
- • 1 week
- • Official website
- • 48 hours
- • Available for tour bookings
Amenities
Digital Services
Mobile App
Wensleydale Creamery App
Size: 30 MB
Features: Tour booking, Interactive map, Cheese recipes
Platforms: iOS, Android
WiFi Zones: Visitor centre, Cafe
Charging Stations: Cafe area
How to Reach
From Airport
Nearest: Leeds Bradford Airport
Distance: 80 km
Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
From City Center
Distance: 50 km
Local Insights
Cultural Context
Why Locals Love It: Proud of local heritage and cheese production
Historical Significance: The creamery has been a vital part of the local economy for over a century
Insider Tips
- Free cheese tasting samples in the visitor centre
- Best views from the picnic area
Local Recommendations
- • Try the cheese ploughman's lunch at the cafe
- • Ask for recommendations from the tour guides
Language Help
Useful Phrases
Guide Languages: English
Photography Guide
Best Photo Spots
Main entrance
Best Time: Golden hour
Tips: Wide angle for the entrance sign
Result: Great shot of the iconic entrance
Photography Rules
Nearby Attractions
Hardraw Force
Distance: 2km
Walking: 30 min
Type: Waterfall
Wensleydale Railway
Distance: 3km
Walking: 45 min
Type: Heritage Railway
Reviews
Based on 5,000 reviews
Recent Visitor Tips
- "Book the cheese tasting tour"
- "Visit on a weekday"
- "Try the Wensleydale cheese"
Contact Information
Related Tours & Activities (1)
Quick Info
Available Tours
9
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Reviews
5,000
Adult Entry
£12