# Old Stable Tea Rooms, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.5/5 from 2,387 Google reviews. Canal cruises, river trips and waterside walking trails with lunches in converted stable tearoom. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants/old-stable-tea-rooms (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tea House # Old Stable Tea Rooms Little Baddow, Chelmsford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1994878919129132039&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Old Stable Tea Rooms](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/114311212959604728847) **In short:** Old Stable Tea Rooms is a tea house in Chelmsford, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,387 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Canal cruises, river trips and waterside walking trails with lunches in converted stable tearoom. Summary via Google ## About Old Stable Tea Rooms Old Stable Tea Rooms is a tearoom in a converted stable at Paper Mill Lock, North Hill, Little Baddow, with a riverside setting alongside canal cruises and waterside walking trails. The menu includes sandwiches with gluten-free options and a range of cakes. Free parking is available for two hours. The tearoom holds a five-star food hygiene rating and welcomes children. Facilities are described as good for families. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Old Stable Tea Rooms's own website](https://www.papermilllock.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What's nearby - Paper Mill Lock next door - Chelmer Cruises - Paper Mill Lock next door - SUPsect – SUP South Essex Club & Tuition next door - Paper Mill Bridge 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this tea room offers delicious sandwiches, including gluten-free options, and a wide selection of cakes. They also highlight the beautiful, peaceful riverside setting and the convenient free two-hour parking for customers. Visitors appreciate the friendly, efficient, and attentive staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,387 reviews) **Good for children** 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/17705). [More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (2,387 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.papermilllock.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01245 225520](tel:01245225520) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chelmsford **Plus Code** 9F32QH2C+9J ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chelmsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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