A49 Bus Café

0
Urgent Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-01-30
Rating changed from 3 since 2024-08-14

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
20
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
30

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

A49 Bus Café is a mobile caterer located at null, in the Herefordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 20 — improvement needed), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 30 — major improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Herefordshire oversees 1,749 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Herefordshire is 4.7 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 0 since 14 August 2024. 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
Mobile caterer
Address
Not available
Postcode
Not available
Local Authority
Herefordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1692992

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
3 2024-08-14

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of A49 Bus Café?

A49 Bus Café has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5, as assessed by Herefordshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 0 mean for a mobile caterer?

A rating of 0 means urgent improvement is required. The business was found to have serious hygiene failures that pose a risk to public health and need immediate attention. The local authority will take enforcement action if necessary.

When was A49 Bus Café last inspected?

A49 Bus Café was last inspected on 2026-01-30. 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 A49 Bus Café 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.