The Lynton
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Lynton is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Lynton House Hotel 7 Powderham Terrace Teignmouth, TQ14 8BL, in the Teignbridge local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 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. Teignbridge oversees 1,315 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Teignbridge 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
- Lynton House Hotel 7 Powderham Terrace Teignmouth
- Postcode
- TQ14 8BL
- Local Authority
- Teignbridge
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1839754
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Lynton?
The Lynton has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Teignbridge.
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 Lynton last inspected?
The Lynton was last inspected on 2025-08-20. 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 Lynton located?
The Lynton is located at Lynton House Hotel 7 Powderham Terrace Teignmouth , TQ14 8BL, in the Teignbridge local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ14 postcode area.