Solent Hotel & Spa
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Solent Hotel & Spa is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Solent Hotel, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham, PO15 7AJ, in the Winchester City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 February 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Winchester City oversees 1,161 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Winchester City 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
- Solent Hotel, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham
- Postcode
- PO15 7AJ
- Local Authority
- Winchester City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1220438
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Solent Hotel & Spa?
Solent Hotel & Spa has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Winchester City.
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 Solent Hotel & Spa last inspected?
Solent Hotel & Spa was last inspected on 2026-02-26. 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 Solent Hotel & Spa located?
Solent Hotel & Spa is located at Solent Hotel, Rookery Avenue, Whiteley, Fareham , PO15 7AJ, in the Winchester City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO15 postcode area.