Porth Avallen Hotel
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Porth Avallen Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 51 Sea Road, Carlyon Bay, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3SG, in the Cornwall local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Cornwall oversees 5,272 registered food businesses, of which 93% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cornwall is 4.8 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Porth Avallen Hotel?
Porth Avallen Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Cornwall.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Porth Avallen Hotel last inspected?
Porth Avallen Hotel was last inspected on 2025-09-19. 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 Porth Avallen 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 Porth Avallen Hotel located?
Porth Avallen Hotel is located at 51 Sea Road, Carlyon Bay, St Austell, Cornwall , PL25 3SG, in the Cornwall local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PL25 postcode area.