The Octagon
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Octagon is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Brook Farm Drive, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3SQ, in the Malvern Hills local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 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 5 — very good), 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. Malvern Hills oversees 742 registered food businesses, of which 63% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Malvern Hills is 4.7 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
- Brook Farm Drive, Malvern, Worcestershire
- Postcode
- WR14 3SQ
- Local Authority
- Malvern Hills
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1261910
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Octagon?
The Octagon has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Malvern Hills.
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 Octagon last inspected?
The Octagon was last inspected on 2026-01-22. 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 Octagon located?
The Octagon is located at Brook Farm Drive, Malvern, Worcestershire , WR14 3SQ, in the Malvern Hills local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WR14 postcode area.