The Cat Inn
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Cat Inn is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Cat Inn, North Lane, West Hoathly, East Grinstead, RH19 4PP, in the Mid Sussex 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 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. Mid Sussex oversees 1,374 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Mid Sussex is 4.7 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
- The Cat Inn, North Lane, West Hoathly, East Grinstead
- Postcode
- RH19 4PP
- Local Authority
- Mid Sussex
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 45345
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Cat Inn?
The Cat Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Mid Sussex.
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 Cat Inn last inspected?
The Cat Inn 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 The Cat Inn located?
The Cat Inn is located at The Cat Inn, North Lane, West Hoathly, East Grinstead , RH19 4PP, in the Mid Sussex local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH19 postcode area.