MILK Link's Taw Valley Creamery is celebrating after an outstanding performance at this year's Nantwich International Cheese Show – the 'world cup' of cheese shows.

It collected the Castle Coombe International Award for best cheese for export and the Cheese Lovers' Choice Trophy, both for its Tickler-brand cheddar.

Competing against a record field of 3,950 cheeses from 28 countries, the creamery also collected 18 other awards, including six gold, five silver, and seven bronze medals.

Overall, Milk Link's creameries collected a total of six trophies and 48 individual medals, including an impressive 18 golds.

Commenting on the win, Neil Kennedy, chief executive of Milk Link, said: 'Nantwich marks the pinnacle of a great show season for Milk Link. Our awards are truly a testament to the skill and talent of our dedicated cheese makers. 

'The exceptional taste and quality of our hard cheeses, especially our Tickler cheddar, would not be possible without our cheese makers' expertise and dedication. I would like to congratulate Taw Valley for its well-deserved success.'