Little Ingestre House
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Little Ingestre House is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Ingestre Park Road, Ingestre, Stafford, ST18 0RE, in the Stafford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 September 2025, 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 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stafford oversees 1,165 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stafford is 4.6 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Little Ingestre House?
Little Ingestre House has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Stafford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Little Ingestre House last inspected?
Little Ingestre House was last inspected on 2025-09-24. 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 Little Ingestre 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 Little Ingestre House located?
Little Ingestre House is located at Ingestre Park Road, Ingestre, Stafford , ST18 0RE, in the Stafford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ST18 postcode area.