Malvern Hills Hotel
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Malvern Hills Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Jubilee Drive, Upper Colwall, WR13 6DW, in the Herefordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Herefordshire oversees 1,749 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Herefordshire is 4.7 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Jubilee Drive, Upper Colwall
- Postcode
- WR13 6DW
- Local Authority
- Herefordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 488215
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Malvern Hills Hotel?
Malvern Hills Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Herefordshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Malvern Hills Hotel last inspected?
Malvern Hills Hotel was last inspected on 2025-05-19. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Malvern Hills Hotel improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Malvern Hills Hotel located?
Malvern Hills Hotel is located at Jubilee Drive, Upper Colwall , WR13 6DW, in the Herefordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WR13 postcode area.