The Elms
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Elms is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at 28 Elmsway, Bournemouth, BH6 3HU, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — 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. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole oversees 3,480 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is 4.8 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
- Address
- 28 Elmsway, Bournemouth
- Postcode
- BH6 3HU
- Local Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 494468
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Elms?
The Elms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?
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 Elms last inspected?
The Elms was last inspected on 2025-08-22. 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 Elms located?
The Elms is located at 28 Elmsway, Bournemouth , BH6 3HU, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BH6 postcode area.