Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at Keepers Cottage Care Home, Falcon Lane, Ledbury, HR8 2JN, in the Herefordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 September 2017, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — 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 food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- Keepers Cottage Care Home, Falcon Lane, Ledbury
- Postcode
- HR8 2JN
- Local Authority
- Herefordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 488776
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support?
Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support 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 hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support last inspected?
Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support was last inspected on 2017-09-29. 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 Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support 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 Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support located?
Keepers Cottage - Walsingham Support is located at Keepers Cottage Care Home, Falcon Lane, Ledbury , HR8 2JN, in the Herefordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HR8 postcode area.