Riverside Inn
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Riverside Inn is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Annesdale Lodge, 8 Annesdale, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BN, in the East Cambridgeshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. East Cambridgeshire oversees 772 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Cambridgeshire is 4.7 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
- Annesdale Lodge, 8 Annesdale, Ely, Cambridgeshire
- Postcode
- CB7 4BN
- Local Authority
- East Cambridgeshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 336231
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Riverside Inn?
Riverside Inn has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by East Cambridgeshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Riverside Inn last inspected?
Riverside Inn was last inspected on 2025-04-17. 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 Riverside 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 Riverside Inn located?
Riverside Inn is located at Annesdale Lodge, 8 Annesdale, Ely, Cambridgeshire , CB7 4BN, in the East Cambridgeshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CB7 postcode area.