Marpa House
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Marpa House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Rectory Lane, Ashdon, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 2HN, in the Uttlesford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 January 2026, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Uttlesford oversees 830 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Uttlesford 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
- Rectory Lane, Ashdon, Saffron Walden, Essex
- Postcode
- CB10 2HN
- Local Authority
- Uttlesford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 478420
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Marpa House?
Marpa House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Uttlesford.
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 Marpa House last inspected?
Marpa House was last inspected on 2026-01-26. 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 Marpa House located?
Marpa House is located at Rectory Lane, Ashdon, Saffron Walden, Essex , CB10 2HN, in the Uttlesford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CB10 postcode area.