Kings Arms

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-11-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Kings Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Kings Arms, 13 Horncastle Road, Boston, PE21 9BU, in the Boston local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Boston oversees 624 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Boston is 4.8 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
Kings Arms, 13 Horncastle Road, Boston
Postcode
PE21 9BU
Local Authority
Boston
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1016116

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Kings Arms?

Kings Arms has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Boston.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Kings Arms last inspected?

Kings Arms was last inspected on 2024-11-01. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Kings Arms improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Kings Arms located?

Kings Arms is located at Kings Arms, 13 Horncastle Road, Boston , PE21 9BU, in the Boston local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PE21 postcode area.