Coach & Horses

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-01-23

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Coach & Horses is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Coach And Horses Coach And Horses Lane, Chelwood Gate, East Sussex, RH17 7JF, in the Wealden local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 January 2025, 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. Wealden oversees 1,337 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wealden is 4.7 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. 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
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
Coach And Horses Coach And Horses Lane, Chelwood Gate, East Sussex
Postcode
RH17 7JF
Local Authority
Wealden
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
161679

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Coach & Horses?

Coach & Horses has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Wealden.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

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 Coach & Horses last inspected?

Coach & Horses was last inspected on 2025-01-23. 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 Coach & Horses 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 Coach & Horses located?

Coach & Horses is located at Coach And Horses Coach And Horses Lane, Chelwood Gate, East Sussex , RH17 7JF, in the Wealden local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH17 postcode area.