Lyndhurst Arms

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-11-20

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Lyndhurst Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 88 Queens Road, Reading, RG1 4DG, in the Reading local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Reading oversees 1,488 registered food businesses, of which 74% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Reading is 4.4 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
88 Queens Road, Reading
Postcode
RG1 4DG
Local Authority
Reading
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1750449

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Lyndhurst Arms?

Lyndhurst Arms has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Reading.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Lyndhurst Arms last inspected?

Lyndhurst Arms was last inspected on 2024-11-20. 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 Lyndhurst Arms 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 Lyndhurst Arms located?

Lyndhurst Arms is located at 88 Queens Road, Reading , RG1 4DG, in the Reading local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG1 postcode area.