Dunlop (Ayrshire)
Firm. Buttery. Earthy.
Sale price £7.50Cheese Lady Recommends
| origin | Scotland, Ayrshire |
| style texture | Cheddar-style, firm |
| milk | Cow |
| milk treatment | Pasteurised |
| rennet | Vegetarian |
| drink | Medium-bodied red wines, ales |
About the Cheese
Ayrshire Dunlop is one of the most traditional Scottish cheese varieties, even more traditional than cheddar.
The Dunlop we stock is a vegetarian firm cheese made from pasteurised cow’s milk by Ann Dorward of West Clerkland Farm near Stewarton. Ann follows a traditional recipe, wrapping her cheeses in cloth for a slow 6-month maturation, which allows them to develop a full, rich flavour.
Traditional Dunlop is buttery, slightly tangy, and earthy, with the sweetness of fresh milk and a creamy, cheddar-like texture.
Enjoy traditional Dunlop with craft ales and complex red wines for a delightful pairing.
Cheesemaker: Dunlop Dairy (Ann Dorward)
The Dorward family moved to Clerkland Farm in 1983, embracing the challenge of transforming a rundown house and small farm into a thriving operation.
Ann Dorward, driven by her childhood dream of living and working on a farm, studied agriculture and pursued cheesemaking as a way to add value to milk and ensure a sustainable livelihood.
Cheesemaking at Dunlop Dairy began in 1989, and early successes at the IFE London International Cheese Show confirmed the quality of their products.
Over the years, the dairy has expanded to include a herd of Ayrshire cows and goats, allowing for the development of a diverse range of award-winning cheeses.
Today, Dunlop Dairy is proud to have reintroduced farmhouse cheesemaking in Ayrshire, with their famous Dunlop cheese in the final stages of achieving Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status.
Ann's dedication and hard work have transformed her dream into a reality, creating a legacy of exceptional cheesemaking.
1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
Due to small-scale production and logistical delays certain cheeses and condiments may be unavailable. We'll substitute them with similar products as needed. You can specify if you are happy with substitutions on the Cart page.
DELIVERY
The delivery charge is worked out based on the postcode.
SCOTLAND
EH39-EH42 postcodes (Haddington, Gifford, Dunbar, North Berwick, East Linton, other areas within 5 mile radius of the shop): Orders over £40 - free delivery.
Other EH and FK1-16 post codes (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife) : Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ delivery is £4.50.
Central Scotland: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50;
Northern Scotland and Highlands: £5.50 (2-5 day service). Please note, we recommend selecting Wednesday as your delivery day to allow enough time for the order to be delivered before the weekend (when courier depots are closed)
REST OF BRITAIN
England & Wales: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50.
London: Order over £50 ‐ free delivery; order under £50 ‐ £7.50.
Northern Ireland and Islands (Isle of Man, Scilly, Skye, Wight, Jersey, Guernsey): we currently do not ship to.
Most of the UK mainland gets a next day delivery service. However, certain areas of the UK get a longer service. Our shipping boxes are designed to be safe in transit for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
When placing an order, please make sure to provide:
- an alternative delivery instruction, in case you’re not in to receive the order (such as “leave on porch, leave in a shed, leave with neighbour”)
- complete post code and mobile number (will be used for courier notifications)
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our checkout system allows you to pick a date in the future to receive your delivery.
Our courier partners are APC Overnight.
Once your order is shipped you will receive tracking details. Because all orders are shipped via a third-party, you would need to contact the courier directly if you have any questions about your parcel. Their email address is depot175@apc-overnight.com
If you are buying cheeses for a special occasion, please allow an extra day or two for your cheeses to arrive, in case of unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances.
During December and other peak periods, we may require additional days to process and deliver your order.
PACKAGING
We take great care in packaging and delivering your order.
- Cheeses are wrapped in specialist cheese paper that will allow them to breathe and not suffocate.
- Cheeses and condiments are then packaged in a cardboard box (reusable and recyclable) with an insulated foil pouch and ice packs to ensure the correct temperature is maintained for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
GIFT MESSAGES
A personalised gift note can be included with all of our products at no extra charge.
