Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-04-30

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at YMCA, 10 Winalls Yard, Norwich, NR1 3GX, in the Norwich City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 April 2025, 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. Norwich City oversees 1,537 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Norwich City is 4.5 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
YMCA, 10 Winalls Yard, Norwich
Postcode
NR1 3GX
Local Authority
Norwich City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
28488

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central?

Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Norwich City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?

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 Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central last inspected?

Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central was last inspected on 2025-04-30. 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 Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central 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 Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central located?

Stepping Stones Cafe @ YMCA Central is located at YMCA, 10 Winalls Yard, Norwich , NR1 3GX, in the Norwich City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR1 postcode area.