Gorse House
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Gorse House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 19B Halesworth Road, Reydon, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6NH, in the East Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 April 2009, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Suffolk oversees 2,570 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.8 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 19B Halesworth Road, Reydon, Southwold, Suffolk
- Postcode
- IP18 6NH
- Local Authority
- East Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1074719
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Gorse House?
Gorse House has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by East Suffolk.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Gorse House last inspected?
Gorse House was last inspected on 2009-04-28. 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 Gorse House 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 Gorse House located?
Gorse House is located at 19B Halesworth Road, Reydon, Southwold, Suffolk , IP18 6NH, in the East Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the IP18 postcode area.