Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-12-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre is a other catering premises located at Bexleyheath Sea Cadets Headquarters, Trinity Place, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AY, in the Bexley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Bexley oversees 1,773 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bexley is 4.5 out of 5. 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
Other catering premises
Address
Bexleyheath Sea Cadets Headquarters, Trinity Place, Bexleyheath, Kent
Postcode
DA6 7AY
Local Authority
Bexley
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1856945

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre?

Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Bexley.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a other catering premises?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre last inspected?

Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre was last inspected on 2025-12-01. 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 Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre 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 Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre located?

Bexley Winter Shelter Drop In Centre is located at Bexleyheath Sea Cadets Headquarters, Trinity Place, Bexleyheath, Kent , DA6 7AY, in the Bexley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DA6 postcode area.