Somerset Cheese Company recalls Pennard Red Goats Cheese because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Products affected

name: Pennard Red Goats Cheese

• Pack size: 2kg wheel and any cut pieces
• Batch code 03/10/2022 · Best before 28 April 2023

Risk

The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the above product.
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

Action taken by the company

Somerset Cheese Company is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed where the product was sold. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

What you should do

If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, contact the Somerset Cheese Company for a full refund. For further information contact the Somerset Cheese Company at 01749 860237 or email info@somersetcheese.co.uk

More information

Somerset Cheese Company is recalling Pennard Red Goats Cheese because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in a batch of this product.

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 3 April 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.