The Kings Arms Hotel
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Kings Arms Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 30 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HF, in the Dorset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 November 2025, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Dorset oversees 5,071 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dorset is 4.9 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Kings Arms Hotel?
The Kings Arms Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dorset.
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 Kings Arms Hotel last inspected?
The Kings Arms Hotel was last inspected on 2025-11-05. 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 Kings Arms Hotel located?
The Kings Arms Hotel is located at 30 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset , DT1 1HF, in the Dorset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DT1 postcode area.