Scotts Of Kent

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-09-24

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Scotts Of Kent is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Chequers Inn, 122 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1AS, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 September 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 10 — 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. Tonbridge and Malling oversees 1,019 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tonbridge and Malling 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. 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
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
Chequers Inn, 122 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent
Postcode
TN9 1AS
Local Authority
Tonbridge and Malling
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1866009

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Scotts Of Kent?

Scotts Of Kent has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Tonbridge and Malling.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

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 Scotts Of Kent last inspected?

Scotts Of Kent was last inspected on 2025-09-24. 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 Scotts Of Kent 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 Scotts Of Kent located?

Scotts Of Kent is located at Chequers Inn, 122 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent , TN9 1AS, in the Tonbridge and Malling local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN9 postcode area.