Valley Connection
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Valley Connection is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 42 Churchgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1RG, in the West Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 January 2026, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. West Suffolk oversees 1,741 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Suffolk is 4.9 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 42 Churchgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
- Postcode
- IP33 1RG
- Local Authority
- West Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1674600
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Valley Connection?
Valley Connection has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Suffolk.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Valley Connection last inspected?
Valley Connection was last inspected on 2026-01-11. 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 Valley Connection located?
Valley Connection is located at 42 Churchgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk , IP33 1RG, in the West Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the IP33 postcode area.