The Lion Inn
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The Lion Inn is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3JA, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 December 2024, 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. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex
- Postcode
- CM3 3JA
- Local Authority
- Chelmsford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1380324
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Lion Inn?
The Lion Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.
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 Lion Inn last inspected?
The Lion Inn was last inspected on 2024-12-11. 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 Lion Inn located?
The Lion Inn is located at Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex , CM3 3JA, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM3 postcode area.