Imperial Hotel
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Imperial Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at The Imperial, Taw Vale, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8NB, in the North Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very 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. The rating has changed from 1 to 5 since 19 November 2025.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- The Imperial, Taw Vale, Barnstaple, Devon
- Postcode
- EX32 8NB
- Local Authority
- North Devon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 165867
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-11-19 |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Imperial Hotel?
Imperial Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Devon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Imperial Hotel last inspected?
Imperial Hotel was last inspected on 2026-02-27. 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 Imperial Hotel located?
Imperial Hotel is located at The Imperial, Taw Vale, Barnstaple, Devon , EX32 8NB, in the North Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX32 postcode area.