What type of cheese is used in British "chips with beans and cheese"?

Question

I had these constantly while in England, from chip vans...I just can't figure out the cheese that was used, and I want to make them myself because I miss England! :)

Answer 1

sharp cheddar

Answer 2

Mature or mild Cheddar cheese.

Answer 3

Definately a good English or Irish cheddar! Grated over the top!

Answer 4

Cheddar

Answer 5

there are the sticky yellow cheses it smell like but