Hogs Head Inn
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Hogs Head Inn is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Hawfinch Drive, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2BF, in the Northumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 March 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 0 — very 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Hawfinch Drive, Alnwick, Northumberland
- Postcode
- NE66 2BF
- Local Authority
- Northumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 427018
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Hogs Head Inn?
Hogs Head Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Northumberland.
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 Hogs Head Inn last inspected?
Hogs Head Inn was last inspected on 2025-03-11. 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 Hogs Head Inn located?
Hogs Head Inn is located at Hawfinch Drive, Alnwick, Northumberland , NE66 2BF, in the Northumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE66 postcode area.