# Cruise Essex, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Cruise Essex — Tour Agency in Chelmsford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 5.0/5 from 24 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants/cruise-essex (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tour Agency # Cruise Essex North Fambridge, Chelmsford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15349967530077728967&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Cruise Essex](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110588948543137670135) **In short:** Cruise Essex is a tour agency in Chelmsford, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Cruise Essex Cruise Essex operates afternoon tea cruises from Fambridge Yacht Haven on the River Crouch. Guests board the Limoncello for cruises that include afternoon tea service. Bookings are taken in advance. The boat is equipped to a comfortable standard. Afternoon tea is served during the cruise, and birthday celebrations can be arranged with cake and decorations. The operation holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Cruise Essex's own website](http://cruiseessex.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Essex Powerboat & Jet Ski School next door - Boatshed Essex 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 5.0 / 5 (24 reviews) **Good for children** No **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Chelmsford Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1474795). [More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants) ★ 5.0 (24 reviews) [Visit official website](http://cruiseessex.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07840 942483](tel:07840942483) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chelmsford **Plus Code** 9F32JMV7+5W ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chelmsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DChelmsford%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Cruise Essex? Cruise Essex is open Mon–Sun 9am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Cruise Essex any good? Cruise Essex is rated 5.0 out of 5 from 24 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Cruise Essex good for children? Google does not list Cruise Essex as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Cruise Essex? Yes, Cruise Essex takes reservations. ### How do I contact Cruise Essex? 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