WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse is a retailers - other located at Station Approach, Reading, RG1 1LY, in the Reading local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 November 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. Reading oversees 1,488 registered food businesses, of which 74% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Reading is 4.4 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse?
WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Reading.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse last inspected?
WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse was last inspected on 2025-11-13. 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 WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse located?
WH Smith at Reading Rail Station Concourse is located at Station Approach, Reading , RG1 1LY, in the Reading local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG1 postcode area.