The Salthouse
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Salthouse is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 39 Dunamallaght Road, Ballycastle, Antrim, BT54 6PF, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 April 2026, 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. Causeway Coast and Glens oversees 686 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Causeway Coast and Glens 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 39 Dunamallaght Road, Ballycastle, Antrim
- Postcode
- BT54 6PF
- Local Authority
- Causeway Coast and Glens
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1107475
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Salthouse?
The Salthouse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Causeway Coast and Glens.
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 The Salthouse last inspected?
The Salthouse was last inspected on 2026-04-30. 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 The Salthouse located?
The Salthouse is located at 39 Dunamallaght Road, Ballycastle, Antrim , BT54 6PF, in the Causeway Coast and Glens local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT54 postcode area.