The Birkdale
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Birkdale is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Birkdale Hotel, 5 Grange Road, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight, PO37 6NN, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 August 2024, 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 0 — 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. Isle of Wight oversees 1,691 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Isle of Wight is 4.6 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
- Birkdale Hotel, 5 Grange Road, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight
- Postcode
- PO37 6NN
- Local Authority
- Isle of Wight
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1208965
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Birkdale?
The Birkdale has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Isle of Wight.
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 Birkdale last inspected?
The Birkdale was last inspected on 2024-08-22. 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 Birkdale located?
The Birkdale is located at Birkdale Hotel, 5 Grange Road, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight , PO37 6NN, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO37 postcode area.