The Black Horse Inn
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Black Horse Inn is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 35 High Street, Swaffham Bulbeck, Cambridge, CB25 0HP, in the East Cambridgeshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 June 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 Cambridgeshire oversees 772 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire is 4.7 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 35 High Street, Swaffham Bulbeck, Cambridge
- Postcode
- CB25 0HP
- Local Authority
- East Cambridgeshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1830143
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Black Horse Inn?
The Black Horse Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Cambridgeshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Black Horse Inn last inspected?
The Black Horse Inn was last inspected on 2025-06-10. 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 Black Horse Inn located?
The Black Horse Inn is located at 35 High Street, Swaffham Bulbeck, Cambridge , CB25 0HP, in the East Cambridgeshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CB25 postcode area.