Bitterne Conservative Club
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bitterne Conservative Club is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 70 Dean Road, Southampton, SO18 6AN, in the Southampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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
- 70 Dean Road, Southampton
- Postcode
- SO18 6AN
- Local Authority
- Southampton
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 220418
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bitterne Conservative Club?
Bitterne Conservative Club has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Southampton.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Bitterne Conservative Club last inspected?
Bitterne Conservative Club was last inspected on 2025-09-10. 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 Conservative 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 Conservative Club located?
Bitterne Conservative Club is located at 70 Dean Road, Southampton , SO18 6AN, in the Southampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SO18 postcode area.