Cheese ice cream goes from a stunt to reality...

WHAT started as the idea for a wacky April Fool’s Day stunt has turned into delicious reality, for today Wookey Hole is today launching a special Cheddar flavoured ice cream.

The Somerset tourist attraction has collaborated with top West ice cream firm Marshfield Farm and cheesemaker Ford Farm to create Wookey Hole Cave-Aged Cheddar Ice Cream.

Ellen Ramsay, spokesperson for the Cottle Family – which owns and runs Wookey Hole – says: “We are so excited to finally let everyone in on our secret.

“What started out as an April Fool’s Day idea, has become a reality.

“The feedback from our valued partners – Marshfield Farm and Ford Farm – along with some close friends of Wookey Hole, was that this is an opportunity not to be missed and shouldn’t just be a stunt, so we thought why not!”

The attraction worked with the experts at Marshfield to perfect the icy blend of the famous Wookey Hole Cave-Aged Cheddar made by Ford Farm.

She said: “It has been a labour of love and we have created something that the Wookey Witch herself is proud of, and with a sprinkle of Wookey Hole magic, has knocked the socks off our April Fool’s Day campaign, making it an all-too-brief reality.

“From April 1 – yes, we see the irony – visitors to Wookey Hole will be able to taste test the artisan Wookey Hole Cave-Aged Cheddar Ice Cream, free of charge and whilst stocks last. We’re keen to hear everyone’s thoughts – are you a lover or a hater?”

Dawn Hawing, owner of Marshfield Farm, says: “We always love to create new flavours which make the whole family smile, and this ice cream is certainly a celebration of the weird and wonderful!

“The sweet and salty combination of the cheese and our award-winning ice cream will get people talking.”

Ellen said those who taste it should experience top note of a sweet, creamy nutty taste followed by a stronger cheese flavour.

She added that it was perfect for those who couldn’t decide between dessert or a cheese board.

Visitors to the Somerset attraction will be offered a free small scoop while stocks last.

And who knows, if visitor reaction proves strong, we might one day see it on offer more permanently.