Blue Boar

4
Good
Inspected: 2022-09-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Blue Boar is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 4 Newbury Street, Wantage, Oxon, OX12 8BS, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 September 2022, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Vale of White Horse oversees 1,033 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Vale of White Horse is 4.7 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
4 Newbury Street, Wantage, Oxon
Postcode
OX12 8BS
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
264073

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Blue Boar?

Blue Boar has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Vale of White Horse.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Blue Boar last inspected?

Blue Boar was last inspected on 2022-09-22. 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 Blue Boar 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 Blue Boar located?

Blue Boar is located at 4 Newbury Street, Wantage, Oxon , OX12 8BS, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX12 postcode area.