St James's Guest House
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
St James's Guest House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at St James House, 48 Breakspears Road, London, SE4 1UL, in the Lewisham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 July 2019, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Lewisham oversees 2,470 registered food businesses, of which 68% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lewisham is 4.4 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of St James's Guest House?
St James's Guest House has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Lewisham.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was St James's Guest House last inspected?
St James's Guest House was last inspected on 2019-07-04. 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 St James's Guest House 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 St James's Guest House located?
St James's Guest House is located at St James House, 48 Breakspears Road, London , SE4 1UL, in the Lewisham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SE4 postcode area.