South Hams Hospital
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
South Hams Hospital is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Plymouth Road, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1AT, in the South Hams local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 July 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. South Hams oversees 1,086 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Hams is 4.9 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- Plymouth Road, Kingsbridge
- Postcode
- TQ7 1AT
- Local Authority
- South Hams
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1429204
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of South Hams Hospital?
South Hams Hospital has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Hams.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 South Hams Hospital last inspected?
South Hams Hospital was last inspected on 2026-07-10. 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 South Hams Hospital located?
South Hams Hospital is located at Plymouth Road, Kingsbridge , TQ7 1AT, in the South Hams local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ7 postcode area.