Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2024-12-11

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall is a other catering premises located at The Guildhall, Abbey Close, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3JD, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very 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. 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. 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
Other catering premises
Address
The Guildhall, Abbey Close, Abingdon, Oxon
Postcode
OX14 3JD
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
264117

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall?

Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Vale of White Horse.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a other catering premises?

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 Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall last inspected?

Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall was last inspected on 2024-12-11. 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 Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall 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 Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall located?

Abbey Cinema @ The Guildhall is located at The Guildhall, Abbey Close, Abingdon, Oxon , OX14 3JD, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX14 postcode area.