The Railway Tavern

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-02-10

The Railway Tavern is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 182 High Street, Kelvedon, Essex, CO5 9JD, in the Braintree local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Braintree oversees 1,256 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Braintree is 4.8 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.

Details

Business Type
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
182 High Street, Kelvedon, Essex
Postcode
CO5 9JD
Local Authority
Braintree
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
300717

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Railway Tavern?

The Railway Tavern has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Braintree.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.

When was The Railway Tavern last inspected?

The Railway Tavern was last inspected on 2026-02-10. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

Where is The Railway Tavern located?

The Railway Tavern is located at 182 High Street, Kelvedon, Essex , CO5 9JD, in the Braintree local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO5 postcode area.