Station Road Inn

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-09-06

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Station Road Inn is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EZ, in the Northumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 September 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — 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. Northumberland oversees 3,530 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Northumberland is 4.9 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
Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland
Postcode
NE46 1EZ
Local Authority
Northumberland
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
287402

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Station Road Inn?

Station Road Inn has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Northumberland.

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 Station Road Inn last inspected?

Station Road Inn was last inspected on 2024-09-06. 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 Station Road Inn 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 Station Road Inn located?

Station Road Inn is located at Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland , NE46 1EZ, in the Northumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE46 postcode area.