TRENCH EXPRESS

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-10-14

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

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

TRENCH EXPRESS is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at Shop 1 Meadow Close, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6PB, in the Telford and Wrekin Council local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Telford and Wrekin Council oversees 1,454 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Telford and Wrekin Council is 4.7 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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. 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
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets
Address
Shop 1 Meadow Close, Trench, Telford, Shropshire
Postcode
TF2 6PB
Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin Council
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1873153

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of TRENCH EXPRESS?

TRENCH EXPRESS has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Telford and Wrekin Council.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was TRENCH EXPRESS last inspected?

TRENCH EXPRESS was last inspected on 2025-10-14. 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 TRENCH EXPRESS 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 TRENCH EXPRESS located?

TRENCH EXPRESS is located at Shop 1 Meadow Close, Trench, Telford, Shropshire , TF2 6PB, in the Telford and Wrekin Council local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TF2 postcode area.