Birtley House Guest House
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Birtley House Guest House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Birtley House 285 Holyhead Road, Wellington, Telford, Shropshire, TF1 2EW, in the Telford and Wrekin Council local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Telford and Wrekin Council oversees 1,454 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Telford and Wrekin Council 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Birtley House 285 Holyhead Road, Wellington, Telford, Shropshire
- Postcode
- TF1 2EW
- Local Authority
- Telford and Wrekin Council
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 250308
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Birtley House Guest House?
Birtley House Guest House has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Telford and Wrekin Council.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Birtley House Guest House last inspected?
Birtley House Guest House was last inspected on 2025-08-20. 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 Birtley House Guest House 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 Birtley House Guest House located?
Birtley House Guest House is located at Birtley House 285 Holyhead Road, Wellington, Telford, Shropshire , TF1 2EW, in the Telford and Wrekin Council local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TF1 postcode area.