Christmas Cheese Boards

A Christmas cheese board is the easiest festive centrepiece going. Our boards and gift sets balance British and European cheeses with crackers, chutney and all the trimmings, hand packed in York and posted on next day delivery across the UK. Browse the festive cheese selections and cheese gift boxes below.

How to build the perfect Christmas cheese board

A good board is about contrast. Start with four or five cheeses that each do something different: a hard cheese such as a mature cheddar, a soft cheese like brie or camembert, a tangy blue cheese, a regional favourite, and something a little unusual to talk about. Allow roughly 120g of cheese per person if it is part of a wider spread, or closer to 200g if the board is the main event. Fill the gaps with crackers, a good chutney, fresh and dried fruit, nuts and a few cured meats, then bring everything up to room temperature before serving.

How much cheese do you need for Christmas

As a rule of thumb, count on about 120g of cheese per person when the board sits alongside other food, and 200g per person when it is the star of the table. For a family of six grazing after dinner, that is roughly 700g to 800g across four or five cheeses. Our larger festive boards and selections are sized with sharing in mind, so you can pick by the number of guests rather than guessing.

When to order your Christmas cheese board

Cheese is best enjoyed fresh, so there is no need to order weeks ahead. We post on a next day service with a chilled gel pack in every box, so ordering two or three days before you need it is ideal. In the run up to Christmas we recommend placing orders early in the week of the 22nd to allow for the busy postal period. Choose your delivery date at checkout and we will take care of the rest.

Christmas cheese board FAQs

What cheeses go on a Christmas cheese board?

A classic festive board mixes a hard cheese like cheddar, a soft cheese such as brie, a blue, and a regional or seasonal special. Our boards are built to that balance so you get variety in every box.

How much cheese do I need for a Christmas cheese board?

Allow about 120g per person as part of a spread, or 200g per person if the board is the main course. Our larger selections are sized for sharing across a group.

Can I order a Christmas cheese board as a gift?

Yes. Every board is beautifully boxed and you can add a gift message at checkout, with delivery sent straight to the recipient on your chosen date.

When should I order for Christmas delivery?

Order two or three days before you need it. We post on next day delivery with a chilled pack, so your cheese arrives fresh. Order early in Christmas week to beat the postal rush.

How long will the cheese stay fresh?

Kept refrigerated, the cheeses will be in great condition for at least a week after delivery. We recommend taking them out about an hour before serving for the best flavour.