Errington Cheese
Award-winning artisan Scottish cheese maker in Lanarkshire—home of Lanark Blue
About Errington Cheese
Errington Cheese represents the pinnacle of Scottish artisan cheese making. Located in Carnwath, Lanarkshire—just an hour south of Glasgow—this independent cheese maker has established an international reputation for exceptional cheese that rivals world-class producers. Their most celebrated creation, Lanark Blue, has been described as Scotland’s answer to Roquefort, representing the finest expression of Scottish dairy craftsmanship.
The Errington family’s commitment to quality begins with their own animals. They raise both sheep and cattle on their Lanarkshire farm, producing milk that becomes the foundation for their cheese. By controlling milk production from pasture to vat, they ensure consistency and quality that industrial cheese makers cannot achieve. Each cheese is made using traditional methods, with careful attention to aging, handling, and development of flavour and texture.
Beyond Lanark Blue, Errington produces other distinguished cheeses including Dunsyre Blue (a cow’s milk blue cheese) and Cora Linn. These have won numerous awards and recognition at international cheese competitions, validating their status among the world’s finest cheese makers. For Glasgow residents seeking artisan cheese with provenance, story, and excellence, Errington represents an investment in quality food and Scottish pride.
What They Produce
Lanark Blue
- Sheep’s milk blue cheese
- Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)
- Complex, distinctive flavour
- Award-winning internationally
- Scotland’s answer to Roquefort
- Traditional artisan production
Dunsyre Blue
- Cow’s milk blue cheese
- Creamy, complex character
- Award-winning cheese
- Distinctive Scottish terroir
- Artisan aged to perfection
- Premium cheese experience
Cora Linn & Others
- Cora Linn cheese
- Seasonal specialty cheeses
- Limited production runs
- Hand-crafted quality
- Sustainable farm production
- Fully traceable origin
Why We Recommend Errington
International Excellence
Multiple international awards and recognition from cheese experts worldwide validate Errington’s status among elite cheese makers. Lanark Blue competes at the highest levels of global cheese competitions, consistently earning accolades. This isn’t local pride—it’s genuine international recognition.
Farm-to-Cheese Integration
By raising their own animals and making cheese on-farm, Errington maintains complete control over quality from pasture to table. This vertical integration allows consistency impossible for industrial cheese makers sourcing milk from multiple suppliers.
Scottish Provenance
Lanark Blue holds Protected Geographical Indication status, meaning it can only be made in a specific Scottish region. This protects the authenticity and ensures you’re buying genuine Scottish artisan cheese with recognized heritage and tradition.
How To Order & Where To Buy
Specialist Cheese Shops
Errington cheeses are available at specialist cheese retailers, delicatessens, and independent food shops across Glasgow and Scotland. Staff at these retailers can provide tasting notes and recommend cheeses based on your preferences. The care shown by independent retailers in selecting and maintaining cheese quality makes them ideal sources.
Farmers Markets
Meet Errington cheese makers at farmers markets throughout Central Scotland. Buying directly allows you to ask questions about specific batches, understand aging variations, and often try samples. Direct engagement with artisan producers enhances the cheese experience.
Restaurant & Hotel Dining
Many fine restaurants and hotels across Glasgow and Scotland feature Errington cheeses on their boards. Experiencing them in a curated setting with expert guidance provides context and education about Scottish cheese craftsmanship. Cheese courses featuring Lanark Blue offer a memorable way to discover quality.
Location & Delivery Area
| Location: | Carnwath, Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Distance from Glasgow: | Approximately 30 miles south |
| Market Presence: | Central Scotland farmers markets & specialist shops |
| Key Product: | Lanark Blue cheese (PGI protected) |
| Production: | Farm-based artisan cheese making |
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