The Weald Cafe

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-07-08

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

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

The Weald Cafe is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Angley Park, Angley Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2PN, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Tunbridge Wells oversees 1,085 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tunbridge Wells is 4.7 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
Angley Park, Angley Road, Cranbrook, Kent
Postcode
TN17 2PN
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1839696

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Weald Cafe?

The Weald Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Tunbridge Wells.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was The Weald Cafe last inspected?

The Weald Cafe was last inspected on 2025-07-08. 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 The Weald Cafe 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 The Weald Cafe located?

The Weald Cafe is located at Angley Park, Angley Road, Cranbrook, Kent , TN17 2PN, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN17 postcode area.