The Market House
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Market House is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 130 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1DE, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 September 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Tonbridge and Malling oversees 1,065 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tonbridge and Malling is 4.7 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
- 130 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent
- Postcode
- TN9 1DE
- Local Authority
- Tonbridge and Malling
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1735250
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Market House?
The Market House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tonbridge and Malling.
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 The Market House last inspected?
The Market House was last inspected on 2026-09-22. 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 Market House located?
The Market House is located at 130 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent , TN9 1DE, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN9 postcode area.