The Bay Tree
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Bay Tree is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at The Bay Tree, Unit 28, The Orchards, Haywards Heath, RH16 3TH, in the Mid Sussex local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 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 5 — 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 restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- The Bay Tree, Unit 28, The Orchards, Haywards Heath
- Postcode
- RH16 3TH
- Local Authority
- Mid Sussex
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 499914
Location
Nearby Businesses
- Hart Country Stores 3
- Holland & Barrett 5
- Francisco Lounge 5
- Marks & Spencer 5
- Truffles Bakery 5
- Millets Exempt
- Oxfam Exempt
- Orchards Pharmacy Exempt
- Subway 5
- Costa Coffee 5
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Bay Tree?
The Bay Tree 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 restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Bay Tree last inspected?
The Bay Tree was last inspected on 2026-01-06. 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 Bay Tree located?
The Bay Tree is located at The Bay Tree, Unit 28, The Orchards, Haywards Heath , RH16 3TH, in the Mid Sussex local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH16 postcode area.