Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit is a retailers - other located at Pond Farm, Newyears Green Lane, Harefield, UB9 6LX, in the Hillingdon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Hillingdon oversees 1,976 registered food businesses, of which 72% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Hillingdon is 4.3 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
Details
- Business Type
- Retailers - other
- Address
- Pond Farm, Newyears Green Lane, Harefield
- Postcode
- UB9 6LX
- Local Authority
- Hillingdon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1409720
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit?
Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Hillingdon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit last inspected?
Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit was last inspected on 2026-03-27. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit located?
Pond Farm Cafe; Covent Garden Buffet Co; Coven Garden Fruit is located at Pond Farm, Newyears Green Lane, Harefield , UB9 6LX, in the Hillingdon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the UB9 postcode area.