Black Lion
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Black Lion is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Black Lion Hotel Scotland Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0EG, in the Shropshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 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. Shropshire oversees 3,093 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Shropshire 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 AwaitingInspection to 5.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Black Lion Hotel Scotland Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire
- Postcode
- SY12 0EG
- Local Authority
- Shropshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1912019
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| AwaitingInspection |
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Black Lion?
Black Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Shropshire.
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 Black Lion last inspected?
Black Lion was last inspected on 2026-03-02. 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 Black Lion located?
Black Lion is located at Black Lion Hotel Scotland Street, Ellesmere, Shropshire , SY12 0EG, in the Shropshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SY12 postcode area.