Hertford House Hotel
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hertford House Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 1 Fore Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1DB, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Hertfordshire oversees 1,387 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Hertfordshire is 4.8 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 1 Fore Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- SG14 1DB
- Local Authority
- East Hertfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 336938
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Hertford House Hotel?
Hertford House Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Hertfordshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Hertford House Hotel last inspected?
Hertford House Hotel was last inspected on 2025-09-13. 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 Hertford House Hotel located?
Hertford House Hotel is located at 1 Fore Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire , SG14 1DB, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG14 postcode area.