The Half Moon
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Half Moon is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 31 North Street, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2LD, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 February 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. East Hertfordshire oversees 1,387 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Hertfordshire 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
- 31 North Street, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- CM23 2LD
- Local Authority
- East Hertfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1919176
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Half Moon?
The Half Moon has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Hertfordshire.
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 Half Moon last inspected?
The Half Moon was last inspected on 2026-02-08. 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 Half Moon located?
The Half Moon is located at 31 North Street, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire , CM23 2LD, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM23 postcode area.