The Duke Of Cumberland
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Duke Of Cumberland is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 2 High Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1BQ, in the Canterbury City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very 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. Canterbury City oversees 1,658 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Canterbury City 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 2 High Street, Whitstable, Kent
- Postcode
- CT5 1BQ
- Local Authority
- Canterbury City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1641461
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Duke Of Cumberland?
The Duke Of Cumberland has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Canterbury City.
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 Duke Of Cumberland last inspected?
The Duke Of Cumberland was last inspected on 2025-11-27. 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 Duke Of Cumberland located?
The Duke Of Cumberland is located at 2 High Street, Whitstable, Kent , CT5 1BQ, in the Canterbury City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CT5 postcode area.