The Old Beams

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-09-27

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
5

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

The Old Beams is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Paxton Crescent, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes, MK5 7AE, in the Milton Keynes local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 September 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Milton Keynes oversees 2,496 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Milton Keynes is 4.7 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
Paxton Crescent, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes
Postcode
MK5 7AE
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
116195

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Old Beams?

The Old Beams has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Milton Keynes.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was The Old Beams last inspected?

The Old Beams was last inspected on 2024-09-27. 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 The Old Beams 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 The Old Beams located?

The Old Beams is located at Paxton Crescent, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes , MK5 7AE, in the Milton Keynes local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the MK5 postcode area.