# Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed — Food Store in Chelmsford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 1,636 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants/lathcoats-fruit-farm-the-bee-shed (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Food Store # Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed Great Baddow, Chelmsford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9534416044363659138&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103927870664588129908) **In short:** Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed is a place to eat in Chelmsford, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,636 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed Lathcoats Fruit Farm on Beehive Lane in Great Baddow operates a pick-your-own service across a range of seasonal fruits and vegetables. The farm shop stocks local produce, and The Bee Shed cafe serves food and cakes. Seasonal events and activities are available for children. The grounds are well maintained and the food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Lathcoats Fruit Farm & The Bee Shed's own website](http://www.eapples.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** Closed ## What's nearby - All Things Alpaca Ltd next door - Abercorn Plant & Garden Centre next door - Regal Kitchens Chelmsford 250m away - Feran Home & Interiors 250m away - Little Chums' Nursery 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this farm offers a fantastic "pick your own" experience with a wide variety of delicious, high-quality fruits and vegetables, along with engaging seasonal events and activities for children. They also highlight the well-stocked farm shop featuring local produce and the cafe's tasty food and cakes. Guests mention the friendly, helpful staff and the clean, well-maintained grounds, making it a great family day out. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,636 reviews) **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/396763). [More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (1,636 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.eapples.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01245 353021](tel:01245353021) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chelmsford **Plus Code** 9F32PF6G+3J ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chelmsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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