Fir Tree Country Hotel
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Fir Tree Country Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at FIR TREE COUNTRY HOTEL THE GROVE, FIR TREE, DL15 8DD, in the Durham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Durham oversees 4,662 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Durham is 4.6 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Fir Tree Country Hotel?
Fir Tree Country Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Durham.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Fir Tree Country Hotel last inspected?
Fir Tree Country Hotel was last inspected on 2025-09-12. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Fir Tree Country Hotel located?
Fir Tree Country Hotel is located at FIR TREE COUNTRY HOTEL THE GROVE, FIR TREE , DL15 8DD, in the Durham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL15 postcode area.