The White Lion Hotel
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The White Lion Hotel is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The White Lion Hotel 74 Claremont Road, Seaford, BN25 2BJ, in the Lewes local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Lewes oversees 931 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lewes 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 White Lion Hotel?
The White Lion Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Lewes.
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 White Lion Hotel last inspected?
The White Lion Hotel was last inspected on 2026-01-09. 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 White Lion Hotel located?
The White Lion Hotel is located at The White Lion Hotel 74 Claremont Road, Seaford , BN25 2BJ, in the Lewes local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN25 postcode area.