The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar is a other catering premises located at Pond Barn, Pond Road, Bracklesham Bay, Chichester, PO20 8HR, in the Chichester local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Chichester oversees 1,438 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chichester is 4.9 out of 5. 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
- Other catering premises
- Address
- Pond Barn, Pond Road, Bracklesham Bay, Chichester
- Postcode
- PO20 8HR
- Local Authority
- Chichester
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1680071
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar?
The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Chichester.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a other catering premises?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar last inspected?
The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar was last inspected on 2025-07-18. 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 The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar 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 The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar located?
The Pond Barn Restaurant & Bar is located at Pond Barn, Pond Road, Bracklesham Bay, Chichester , PO20 8HR, in the Chichester local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO20 postcode area.