The Forest Tavern
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Forest Tavern is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 96 Forest Road, NG17 3BB, in the Ashfield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 May 2025, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Ashfield oversees 936 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Ashfield is 4.6 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Forest Tavern?
The Forest Tavern has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Ashfield.
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 Forest Tavern last inspected?
The Forest Tavern was last inspected on 2025-05-16. 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 Forest Tavern located?
The Forest Tavern is located at 96 Forest Road , NG17 3BB, in the Ashfield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NG17 postcode area.