The Paper Mill
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The Paper Mill is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at The Paper Mill, Stationers Place, Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9RH, in the Dacorum local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 25 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 5 — 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. Dacorum oversees 1,256 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dacorum is 4.7 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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 4 to 5 since 26 February 2025.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2025-02-26 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Paper Mill?
The Paper Mill has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dacorum.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Paper Mill last inspected?
The Paper Mill was last inspected on 2026-02-25. 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 Paper Mill located?
The Paper Mill is located at The Paper Mill, Stationers Place, Apsley, Hemel Hempstead , HP3 9RH, in the Dacorum local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HP3 postcode area.