Pilgrims Choice Mature Cheddar Cheese

Pilgrims Choice is a renowned cheese brand established in 1985 by David Hardisty, the founder of North Downs Dairy. The brand was acquired by the Irish Dairy Board in 1997, which later rebranded as Ornua. Ornua is an Irish dairy cooperative specializing in dairy exports and marketing. The brand offers a variety of cheddar cheeses, including Mature, Vintage, and Lighter varieties. While Pilgrims Choice is primarily produced in the UK and Ireland, it is also manufactured in other locations. The brand's UK operations are based in Leek, Staffordshire. Ornua Foods UK Limited is the subsidiary responsible for Pilgrims Choice in the UK. In 2025, Pilgrims Choice expanded its product line with the 'Inclusions' range, featuring blended cheeses with unique flavor combinations. (dairynews.today)