Charing Cross Cheesery

08/05/2026

What a wonderful Mothers Day gift. Select a box of curated cheeses and condiments that are made by South Island producers.

Available from the Cheesery at Riverside Market, Oxford Terrace.

Pop in and have a look. Feel the love.

0220971766

30/03/2026

Exciting news …we can now supply pasteurised cows milk from Farm Fresh South to you at our Riverside shop.

You just bring in a clean glass bottle and lid to the Cheesery or buy one there & we will fill it from our new SPOUT technology dispenser. $5.50 a litre without the bottle.

It just feels right.

03/03/2026

Thank you for all the support Christchurch has given us this summer... It has been wonderful. An affirmation of the quality of the products we stock & make - cheeses, gelato, toasties and more.

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01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all our customers, friends, & relatives. May 2026, bring you joy & prosperity.

Sue, Guy & the CCC team

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our staff, our customers, the wider Riverside Market whanau and friends.

Enjoy the festive season.

12/12/2025

Want to have fun!

Love working in a team, love cheese, had sales or hospo experience, love Riverside Market?

If you are legally allowed to work in NZ and looking for part time work, Charing Cross Cheesery at Riverside Market is hiring. So, email us your CV with your contact details to [email protected] and we will be in touch

Sue & Guy Trafford

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12/12/2025

Buy your friends and family a Charing Cross Cheesery Christmas Cheese Box for Christmas.

These contain a range of South Island artisan cheeses, chutneys, quality crackers, honey etc. The price depends on the sizes of the box, the extent of their contents, including taste & nutritional/ allergy requirements.

We also sell wee 'HAPPY BOXES' and bigger 'TRAVELLERS BOXES' at the Riverside Market Cheesery. Both are a real hit.

Let us know how we can help make your your gift giving even more magic and memorable. Contact Sue 022 0971 766 or Guy 027 6444 596 or at [email protected]

23/12/2024

The team at Charing Cross Cheesery wishes everyone a joyful festive season.

Thank you for your support this year

08/12/2024

🧀✨ Meet Mrs Shorten! A Cheese with Heart and Heritage ✨🐑

Introducing Mrs Shorten, a beautifully crafted soft sheep cheese made right here in mid-Canterbury. With its creamy texture and firm, wrinkly, white-moulded outer, this cheese is a true celebration of artisan craftsmanship and pure ingredients. 💛

🌟 What Makes Mrs Shorten Special?

Made from pasteurised sheep milk 🐑
Crafted with vegetarian rennet and zero artificial flavours, thickeners, or preservatives
Handmade by our small family business on our Canterbury farm 🏡
🔍 Ingredients: Milk, salt, cheese cultures, microbial rennet
📦 Storage Tip: Keep Mrs Shorten in its specially designed wrapping, in a sealed container or bag, below 5°C for the perfect aging process.

💬 Did You Know?
This cheese is named after the first East Friesian ewe that started our dairy sheep journey back in 2017. It’s not just cheese—it’s a story of tradition, sustainability, and our love for sheep farming! 🐑❤️

Whether you’re indulging on a cheeseboard or sharing it with loved ones, Mrs Shorten is an unforgettable addition to your table.

📍 Available now—experience the creamy, natural goodness today!

08/12/2024

🎄✨ Christmas is Coming! 🎁
Place Your Cheese Orders Today! ✨🎄

Make your summer evenings extra special with our Traveler’s Box—the perfect companion for a glass of wine and good company. 🍷🧀

Available in-store year-round $40, our Traveler’s Box includes:
✅ Six South Island Cheeses 🧀
✅ Crackers & Chutney
✅olives and gherkins
✅ Condiments, a Cheese Knife, and Napkin

Whether you're gifting it or enjoying it yourself, this is the ultimate treat for holiday picnics, BBQs, or a cozy night in. 🌅

📍 Pop into the store to grab yours or secure your holiday cheese order now! Don’t wait—Christmas is just around the corner! 🎅