Bush, Blackbird And Thrush
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bush, Blackbird And Thrush is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Bush Blackbird And Thrush, 194 Bush Road, East Peckham, Tonbridge, TN12 5LN, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Tonbridge and Malling oversees 1,019 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tonbridge and Malling 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
- Bush Blackbird And Thrush, 194 Bush Road, East Peckham, Tonbridge
- Postcode
- TN12 5LN
- Local Authority
- Tonbridge and Malling
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1629594
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bush, Blackbird And Thrush?
Bush, Blackbird And Thrush has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Tonbridge and Malling.
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 Bush, Blackbird And Thrush last inspected?
Bush, Blackbird And Thrush was last inspected on 2025-07-28. 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 Bush, Blackbird And Thrush 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 Bush, Blackbird And Thrush located?
Bush, Blackbird And Thrush is located at Bush Blackbird And Thrush, 194 Bush Road, East Peckham, Tonbridge , TN12 5LN, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN12 postcode area.