Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Local Food & Cafe in Baschurch
Moor Farm Shop & Cafe has been family-run for over 100 years, rooted in sustainable farming practices on our Baschurch estate. Our pedigree Hereford cattle, grass-fed and strip-grazed for soil health, produce premium beef certified to the highest health standards. We maintain heritage breeds of pigs and chickens, prioritising animal welfare and natural behaviours. Our in-house butchery team prepares cuts from farm to shop, offering expert cooking advice. The bakery and kitchen create handmade breads, pastries, and meals using homegrown ingredients, complemented by seasonal specialties.Powered entirely by solar energy, our operations reflect a commitment to environmental stewardship through rainwater harvesting, solar arrays, and woodland conservation. The cafe serves farm-to-table breakfasts, meals, and Rijo Coffee with takeaway options. Hazel, Mike, Melissa, and Daniel Timmis oversee daily operations, blending tradition with innovation across arable land, livestock, and renewable energy initiatives.
Services
Butchery
Bakery
Cafe
Farming
Eco Tours
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- Family-run for over 100 years with generational farming expertise
- Regenerative agriculture practices benefiting soil and animal welfare
- In-house butchery offering expert meat preparation advice
- 100% solar-powered operations with rainwater harvesting systems
- Seasonal bakery using homegrown ingredients
Associations and certifications
- Highest Health Status Certification
Services
Butchery
Our in-house butchery team prepares premium cuts from homegrown Hereford beef, heritage pork, and free-range poultry. Each product receives expert handling to maintain quality standards. Customers receive cooking advice for optimal preparation.
Bakery
Daily baked breads, pastries, and seasonal specialties use farm-grown ingredients. Traditional methods combine with modern flavours in our artisan kitchen. Products include quiches, sausage rolls, and specialty cakes.
Cafe
Farm-to-table breakfasts and meals feature homegrown produce in a solar-powered setting. Rijo Coffee and takeaway options available during operating hours. Menus change seasonally to reflect available ingredients.
Farming
Regenerative practices include strip grazing for soil health and heritage breed conservation. Solar arrays power operations while rainwater systems reduce mains dependency. Arable land supports crop rotation and biodiversity.
Eco Tours
Guided woodland walks showcase 2000 planted trees and renewable energy installations. Educational visits explain solar power generation and water conservation systems. Tours highlight our commitment to environmental stewardship.
People
Hazel Timmis
Co-Owner
Hazel oversees daily operations at Moor Farm Shop, combining traditional farming knowledge with modern sustainability practices. Her expertise in animal husbandry ensures high welfare standards across all livestock.
Mike Timmis
Co-Owner
Mike manages agricultural operations and renewable energy systems. With decades of experience in regenerative farming, he implements strip grazing techniques and maintains the 15-acre solar array.
Melissa Timmis
Operations Manager
Melissa coordinates shop and cafe activities, ensuring quality control across bakery and butchery departments. She develops seasonal menus and manages customer service standards.
Daniel Timmis
Sustainability Officer
Daniel leads environmental initiatives including rainwater harvesting systems and woodland conservation projects. He monitors energy efficiency metrics and implements eco-friendly operational improvements.
Questions
What makes Moor Farm Shop's beef unique?
Our Hereford cattle are grass-fed using regenerative strip grazing methods, certified to the highest health standards. This produces premium beef while improving soil health.
Are your bakery products made on-site?
Yes, all breads, pastries, and cakes are freshly baked daily in our on-site bakery using homegrown ingredients and seasonal specialties.
How sustainable are your operations?
We use 100% solar power, rainwater harvesting systems, and regenerative farming practices. Our 15-acre solar array generates enough electricity to power 1,900 homes daily.
What cafe options are available?
Our cafe serves breakfasts, meals, and snacks made from farm produce. Rijo Coffee and takeaway options available Friday-Sunday during operating hours.
Can I visit the farm?
Guided woodland walks and educational tours showcase our sustainability initiatives, including solar arrays and water conservation systems.
Reviews (4)
Becky Lloyd
Oct 31, 2021
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Excellent food and staff! always friendly and willing to help and go the extra mile. We love coming here on a weekend for food,drinks and a browse round the shop. you're fabulous ❤️
Richard Stowe
Oct 17, 2021
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I visit here often on my travels to Shrewsbury. I think there full breakfast is probably the best I've ever eaten. Being a catering gas engineer has it's perks when it comes to having nice food, so trust me when I say if you want excellent sausages, this the place to come. Bon appetite.
Judith Rice
Oct 16, 2021
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Excellent mega breakfast and such amenable staff. Swapping different ingredients was no trouble. We stopped in the shop on the way out to buy some special comestibles to enjoy at home. Wonderful.
Anita Grandfield
Aug 26, 2021
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Wonderful friendly welcoming staff, food was excellent and there is also a very good farm shop. We will definitely return, thank you for letting us stay.
