Colcombe Castle
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Colcombe Castle is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Colcombe Castle Hotel, Market Place, Colyton, EX24 6JS, in the East Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 August 2025, 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. East Devon oversees 1,535 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Devon is 4.7 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. 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
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Colcombe Castle Hotel, Market Place, Colyton
- Postcode
- EX24 6JS
- Local Authority
- East Devon
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1752608
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Colcombe Castle?
Colcombe Castle has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Devon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Colcombe Castle last inspected?
Colcombe Castle was last inspected on 2025-08-27. 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 Colcombe Castle located?
Colcombe Castle is located at Colcombe Castle Hotel, Market Place, Colyton , EX24 6JS, in the East Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX24 postcode area.