The Barn Owl
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Barn Owl is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Barn Owl Inn Aller Road Kingskerswell Devon, TQ12 5AN, in the Teignbridge local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. Teignbridge oversees 1,315 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Teignbridge is 4.8 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Barn Owl Inn Aller Road Kingskerswell Devon
- Postcode
- TQ12 5AN
- Local Authority
- Teignbridge
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1226377
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Barn Owl?
The Barn Owl has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Teignbridge.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Barn Owl last inspected?
The Barn Owl was last inspected on 2026-01-30. 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 Barn Owl located?
The Barn Owl is located at Barn Owl Inn Aller Road Kingskerswell Devon , TQ12 5AN, in the Teignbridge local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ12 postcode area.