Planted in this orchard in 2006 this variety was first found in The Hall, Tolleshunt d’Arcy, near Colchester in around 1785. It is a late dessert apple, not maturing till late October or early November and was traditionally cropped on Guy Fawkes Day, 5th November, storing well into the late spring. It is round in shape and greenish-gold in colour with some russeting. It has a crisp flesh when first picked and a flavour that hints of spicy nutmeg, hence it was known as the Spice Apple until 1848 when it was introduced by nurseryman John Harris as the Baddow Pippin, though its name now has returned to reflect its origin and flavour.
The skin is quite tough, making it resistant to insect damage, light green in colour with some rouge and russeting. It will keep through the winter till May in the right conditions.