Downham Hall
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Downham Hall is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at North Wing, Downham Hall, Castledon Road, Downham, CM11 1LG, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford is 4.9 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- North Wing, Downham Hall, Castledon Road, Downham
- Postcode
- CM11 1LG
- Local Authority
- Chelmsford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1054668
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Downham Hall?
Downham Hall has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.
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 Downham Hall last inspected?
Downham Hall was last inspected on 2026-02-24. 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 Downham Hall located?
Downham Hall is located at North Wing, Downham Hall, Castledon Road, Downham , CM11 1LG, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM11 postcode area.