Fruity Fun on Lathcoats Farm

I am a firm believer of food tasting better if you make it yourself, and in a funny way, fruit tastes better if you pick it yourself. There is something very satisfying about hunting down the biggest, brightest and shiniest strawberry hiding amongst the leaves.



It’s definitely a fun and productive way to spend an afternoon. Plus at Lathcoats Farm, picking your fruit isn’t the only entertainment. The farm is also a member of the Essex Wildlife Trust and is home to a wide variety of plants, birds and animals. Watch out for the goats if you want to keep your freshly picked fruit, you have been warned!

This blog is my opportunity to showcase to you the best local produce Essex and Suffolk can offer. So I bet you didn't realise Essex has its own types of Apples to boast about. The farm grows over 40 types of apples including Essex's own Chelmsford Wonder, Queen, D'Arcy Spice and Discovery.

Lathcoats Farm is one of the last fruit farms in Essex, they are definitely worth supporting. However, don't feel left out if you fancy the fruit without the labor. There is a charming farm shop and you can still enjoy the beautiful surroundings without breaking a sweat. I would definitely recommended spending a sunny afternoon here, to find out what fruits are available and when click here for more information.

Fruity Fun on Lathcoats Farm