Hunter Valley Cheese Factory
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- Two-hour hands-on cheesemaking workshop led by a senior cheesemaker, with two finished cheeses to take home
- Group packages for 10 to 150 guests mixing workshops, guided tastings and cheeseboard lunches
- Working cheese factory in Pokolbin with viewing windows onto production and a gourmet produce store
About Hunter Valley Cheese Factory
Hunter Valley Cheese Factory is a family owned cheese company on McDonalds Road in Pokolbin, beside Brokenwood Wines. Every cheese is made on site without preservatives, and visitors can see the team at work through viewing windows into the factory before tasting the range in the cheese rooms. The hands-on activity is the small batch cheesemaking workshop. Over about two hours a senior cheesemaker covers hygiene, equipment, choosing milk, enzymes, setting the curd and ripening, then shows how to drain, marinate and look after cheese at home. While the cheese rests there is a masterclass of eight cheeses with eight matched drinks, and each guest goes home with two finished cheeses, a home cheesemaking kit and a label they name themselves. Groups of 10 to 150 can also book a tailored visit that combines a workshop, guided tastings, a cheeseboard lunch or a private package. The team has hosted corporate days, client entertaining, birthdays, reunions and family milestones, with up to 60 guests for friends-and-family celebrations. Daily tastings include a cheese, wine and chocolate pairing, and the produce store stocks local pickles, picnic supplies and regional goods. Coach parking and accessible facilities are on site. Send an enquiry with your date, numbers and the experience you have in mind to plan a group visit.
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What does the cheesemaking workshop involve?
It is about two hours of hands-on work with a senior cheesemaker, covering milk choice, enzymes, curd setting, draining and ripening, followed by a masterclass of eight cheeses with eight matched drinks while your cheese rests.
How much does it cost?
The cheesemaking workshop is $200 per person and includes two finished cheeses and a home cheesemaking kit to take away. Guided tastings start at $26.50 per person, and group packages are quoted per person to suit your plans.
How big a group can the factory host?
Tailored group experiences are offered for 10 to 150 guests. Birthdays, reunions and other friends-and-family celebrations are welcomed for up to 60 guests.
How long should we allow for a group visit?
Group experiences run from about half an hour up to three hours, depending on whether you choose a tasting, a cheeseboard lunch or a full workshop.
Is the venue accessible and is there parking?
Yes. The factory has fully accessible facilities and on-site parking, including space for coaches and amenities for drivers on tour group visits.
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Dan
3 months ago
I had such a fantastic time at Hunter Valley Cheese Factory! 🧀 The cheeses were incredibly delicious, and I loved the variety they offered. The staff was super friendly and helpful too. Highly recommend a visit! 😊👍
renii_mia
4 months ago
If loving cheese is wrong, then I don't want to be right! We stopped into the Hunter Valley Cheese Factory & Tasting Rooms when we arrived in the Hunter and picked up some charcuterie items to enjoy for dinner that even…
Teresa Wee
6 months ago
We have had an absolutely fabulous time at the Hunter Valley Cheese Factory. It is a charming family-run business, and you can feel the passion behind everything they do. Riley is most fantastic when we visited. She is w…
Baguette Doug
8 months ago
A delightful cheese tasting experience. We sampled five varieties, ranging from Brie and goat cheese to cheddar and Swiss Mont Blanc, paired beautifully with kombucha. It made for a perfect midday treat. What stood out…
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