The Old Shepherd
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The Old Shepherd is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Old Shepherd Public House, Chorleywood Bottom, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5JH, in the Three Rivers local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 April 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 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. Three Rivers oversees 580 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Three Rivers 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The Old Shepherd Public House, Chorleywood Bottom, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth
- Postcode
- WD3 5JH
- Local Authority
- Three Rivers
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1885726
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Old Shepherd?
The Old Shepherd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Three Rivers.
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 Old Shepherd last inspected?
The Old Shepherd was last inspected on 2026-04-18. 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 Old Shepherd located?
The Old Shepherd is located at The Old Shepherd Public House, Chorleywood Bottom, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth , WD3 5JH, in the Three Rivers local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WD3 postcode area.