Hampden Arms
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hampden Arms is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Hampden Road, Great Hampden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 9RQ, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 June 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Buckinghamshire oversees 2,576 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Buckinghamshire 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. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Hampden Road, Great Hampden, Buckinghamshire
- Postcode
- HP16 9RQ
- Local Authority
- Buckinghamshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1995295
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Hampden Arms?
Hampden Arms has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Buckinghamshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Hampden Arms last inspected?
Hampden Arms was last inspected on 2026-06-22. 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 Hampden Arms 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 Hampden Arms located?
Hampden Arms is located at Hampden Road, Great Hampden, Buckinghamshire , HP16 9RQ, in the Buckinghamshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HP16 postcode area.