The Royal British Legion
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Royal British Legion is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 39 Barfield Road, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8QX, in the Colchester local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 October 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 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. Colchester oversees 1,648 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Colchester is 4.8 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 39 Barfield Road, West Mersea, Essex
- Postcode
- CO5 8QX
- Local Authority
- Colchester
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1586153
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Royal British Legion?
The Royal British Legion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Colchester.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Royal British Legion last inspected?
The Royal British Legion was last inspected on 2024-10-29. 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 Royal British Legion located?
The Royal British Legion is located at 39 Barfield Road, West Mersea, Essex , CO5 8QX, in the Colchester local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO5 postcode area.