The Bay Horse

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2025-09-16

The Bay Horse is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 45 The Green, HURWORTH, DARLINGTON, DL2 2AA, in the Darlington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Darlington oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Darlington is 4.8 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.

Details

Business Type
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
45 The Green, HURWORTH, DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 2AA
Local Authority
Darlington
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
232344

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Bay Horse?

The Bay Horse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Darlington.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

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 Bay Horse last inspected?

The Bay Horse was last inspected on 2025-09-16. 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 Bay Horse located?

The Bay Horse is located at 45 The Green, HURWORTH, DARLINGTON , DL2 2AA, in the Darlington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DL2 postcode area.