John Coupland Hospital
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
John Coupland Hospital is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at John Coupland Hospital, 419 Ropery Road, Gainsborough, DN21 2TJ, in the West Lindsey local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 November 2025, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. West Lindsey oversees 872 registered food businesses, of which 74% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Lindsey is 4.7 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- John Coupland Hospital, 419 Ropery Road, Gainsborough
- Postcode
- DN21 2TJ
- Local Authority
- West Lindsey
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 234485
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of John Coupland Hospital?
John Coupland Hospital has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Lindsey.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 John Coupland Hospital last inspected?
John Coupland Hospital was last inspected on 2025-11-11. 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 John Coupland Hospital located?
John Coupland Hospital is located at John Coupland Hospital, 419 Ropery Road, Gainsborough , DN21 2TJ, in the West Lindsey local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DN21 postcode area.