The Cottage
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Cottage is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 22B Westhampnett Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7HW, in the Chichester local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 February 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 0 — 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. Chichester oversees 1,438 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chichester 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
- 22B Westhampnett Road, Chichester, West Sussex
- Postcode
- PO19 7HW
- Local Authority
- Chichester
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 148656
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Cottage?
The Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chichester.
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 Cottage last inspected?
The Cottage was last inspected on 2025-02-18. 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 Cottage located?
The Cottage is located at 22B Westhampnett Road, Chichester, West Sussex , PO19 7HW, in the Chichester local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO19 postcode area.