The Briers
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Briers is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle, BT33 0JJ, in the Newry, Mourne and Down local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 August 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. Newry, Mourne and Down oversees 1,706 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newry, Mourne and Down is 4.8 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
- 39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle
- Postcode
- BT33 0JJ
- Local Authority
- Newry, Mourne and Down
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1753510
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Briers?
The Briers has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Newry, Mourne and Down.
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 The Briers last inspected?
The Briers was last inspected on 2024-08-23. 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 Briers located?
The Briers is located at 39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle , BT33 0JJ, in the Newry, Mourne and Down local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT33 postcode area.