Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Holiday Inn, London Road, Markyate, St Albans, AL3 8HH, in the Dacorum local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. 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 hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd?
Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Dacorum.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd last inspected?
Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd was last inspected on 2025-12-07. 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 Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd 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 Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd located?
Sharp Catering Hotels Ltd is located at Holiday Inn, London Road, Markyate, St Albans , AL3 8HH, in the Dacorum local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the AL3 postcode area.