The Fox & Finch
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Fox & Finch is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Fox And Finch Alehouse 8 Littlehampton Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 1QE, in the Worthing local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 September 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 0 — 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. Worthing oversees 1,020 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Worthing 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Fox & Finch?
The Fox & Finch has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Worthing.
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 Fox & Finch last inspected?
The Fox & Finch was last inspected on 2025-09-19. 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 Fox & Finch located?
The Fox & Finch is located at The Fox And Finch Alehouse 8 Littlehampton Road, Worthing, West Sussex , BN13 1QE, in the Worthing local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN13 postcode area.