The Smiths Arms
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Smiths Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Smiths Arms Otley Road, Beckwithshaw, HG3 1QW, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 March 2026, 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 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. North Yorkshire oversees 7,051 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Yorkshire is 4.8 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. The rating has changed from 4 to 5 since 21 May 2024.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The Smiths Arms Otley Road, Beckwithshaw
- Postcode
- HG3 1QW
- Local Authority
- North Yorkshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1869076
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2024-05-21 |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Smiths Arms?
The Smiths Arms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Yorkshire.
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 Smiths Arms last inspected?
The Smiths Arms was last inspected on 2026-03-09. 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 Smiths Arms located?
The Smiths Arms is located at The Smiths Arms Otley Road, Beckwithshaw , HG3 1QW, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HG3 postcode area.