Saturday 27 September 2025
12pm-9pm
Join us at Wells Cathedral for a flavour-filled celebration of two West Country favourites – cider and cheese!
Whether you’re a seasoned cider connoisseur, a dedicated cheese lover or just curious to try something new, this is a fantastic opportunity to savour the best that Somerset has to offer.
Sample the best of Somerset in the iconic setting of Wells Cathedral. Explore the finest local ciders and cheeses, discover new favourites and soak up the atmosphere with live music and great company.
Cider fans at the event will be able to enjoy glasses of the county’s favourite tipple from local cider makers including Bray’s, Burrow Hill, Dowding’s, Glastonbury Abbey, Harry’s, Honey’s, Porlock, Rich’s, Sandford Orchards, Sheppy’s, Thatchers, Tricky, Jacks and Wilkins.
Alternative drinks will also be on offer, including cocktails and gin from Still Sisters, Wells Cathedral’s own ‘Dean Turner’s’ gins, wines from Canned Wine Co. and non-alcoholic options from Wise Bartender.
Cheese connoisseurs can indulge in offerings from Barber’s, The Bath Soft Cheese Company, Glastonbury Cheeses, Lye Cross Farm, The Newt in Somerset and Wookey Hole Cheddar.
Alongside the food and drink tasting, there’s a fun-filled programme of entertainment from Somerset-based performers, including The Mangledwurzels, PRP Contemporary Voices, and Jukebox Banned.
Tickets cost £17.50 for adults and £12.50 for under 18s, and include:
Don’t miss this perfect pairing of Somerset flavours. Come along, bring your friends and support local producers in one of the most beautiful and historic spots in the region – we’ll see you there!
#oohaarh!
Get TicketsSomerset’s finest cider and cheese makers are already busy preparing to tempt you, including:
Bray’s Cider
Burrow Hill Cider
Dowding’s
Glastonbury Abbey
Harry’s Cider Company
Honey’s Cider
Porlock Cider
Rich’s Cider
Sandford Orchards
Sheppy’s Cider Farm
Thatchers
Tricky Cider
Wilkins Cider
Wookey Brewing, Jacks Cider
The Newt in Somerset
Wise Bartender
Barber’s
Bath Soft Cheese
Glastonbury Cheeses
Lye Cross Farm
Wookey Hole Cheese
The Newt in Somerset
Plus even more food and drinks to explore, with cocktails and gin from Still Sisters, wines from Canned Wine Co. and non-alcoholic options from Wise Bartender.
Our own Loft Café will also be joining in with a special menu of suitably cheesy treats including cheese straws, scones and ploughmans using local Lye Cross Farm Cheese.
Wells Cathedral Cider & Cheese Festival 2025 has been made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors:
Welcome Sponsor:
Food Sponsor:
Music Stage Sponsor:
Barrel Sponsors:
