Bitterne Park Social Club
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bitterne Park Social Club is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 76 Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton, SO18 1NQ, in the Southampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 January 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 0 — very good), 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. Southampton oversees 1,717 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southampton is 4.5 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
- 76 Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton
- Postcode
- SO18 1NQ
- Local Authority
- Southampton
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 220161
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bitterne Park Social Club?
Bitterne Park Social Club has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Southampton.
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 Bitterne Park Social Club last inspected?
Bitterne Park Social Club was last inspected on 2026-01-08. 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 Bitterne Park Social Club 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 Bitterne Park Social Club located?
Bitterne Park Social Club is located at 76 Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton , SO18 1NQ, in the Southampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SO18 postcode area.