Welcome
The International Cheese and Dairy Awards 2026
Continuing the celebration of cheese, dairy and accompaniments, the International Cheese and Dairy Awards (ICDA) brings together passionate people from all over the world in one location. As the oldest awards of its type in the world, we are delighted that you are with us and part of the rich heritage of dairy shared globally.
The International Cheese & Dairy Awards (ICDA), along with the Cheese Pairing Awards (formerly Cheese Board Awards), welcome you to enter your products for our 2026 Show:
- Judging: 24 June 2026
- Trophy Presentations: 25 June 2026
The International Cheese and Dairy Expo will take place at Bingley Hall, Staffordshire County Showground, in a purpose-built, weather-protected venue.
In addition to the Cheese & Dairy Classes, the Cheese Pairing Awards celebrate food and drink products typically enjoyed with cheese. The 2026 event will feature around 50 classes covering everything that complements cheese.
We look forward to welcoming entries from both existing and new producers.
Are You a Non-UK Exhibitor and Producer?
Important Current Notice – USA
Due to current UK import restrictions, only entries made using fully pasteurised milk will be accepted until further notice.
Raw, thermised, or mixed raw/pasteurised products will not be permitted entry into the UK.
Useful Links
Approved countries for exporting milk and milk products (EUR 2010/605)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/importing-animals-animal-products-and-high-risk-food-and-feed-not-of-animal-originImports, exports and EU trade of animals and animal products – topical issues
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/imports-exports-and-eu-trade-of-animals-and-animal-products-topical-issues
Important Information
The International Cheese and Dairy Awards (ICDA) will meet the costs of movement from its designated global consolidation points to the UK and onwards to the showground for competition only, when entries are shipped via the ICDA Global Consolidation Locations and using the Import Licence issued by the ICDA.
The ICDA is not responsible for the value or associated costs of entries that are not delivered to the showground due to:
- Missed departure or handling errors
- Rejection prior to arrival
- Government action
- Any other issue preventing entries from being staged for judging
Such circumstances are outside our control. By entering, exhibitors acknowledge and accept these risks.
Entry Weight Limits
- Individual entries: Maximum 5kg (11lbs) — minimum recommended 1kg
- Total consignment: Maximum 250kg (550lbs)
We look forward to the 2026 Awards and to welcoming entries from producers around the world.