North Walk House
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
North Walk House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at North Walk, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6HJ, in the North Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — 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. North Devon oversees 1,455 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Devon is 4.7 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. 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
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- North Walk, Lynton, Devon
- Postcode
- EX35 6HJ
- Local Authority
- North Devon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1640309
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of North Walk House?
North Walk House has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by North Devon.
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 North Walk House last inspected?
North Walk House was last inspected on 2024-11-20. 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 North Walk 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 North Walk House located?
North Walk House is located at North Walk, Lynton, Devon , EX35 6HJ, in the North Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX35 postcode area.