Elmcroft Guest House
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Elmcroft Guest House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Elmcroft, Epping, Essex, CM16 6LX, in the Epping Forest local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 February 2024, 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 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. Epping Forest oversees 1,075 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Epping Forest 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Elmcroft, Epping, Essex
- Postcode
- CM16 6LX
- Local Authority
- Epping Forest
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 553600
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Elmcroft Guest House?
Elmcroft Guest House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Epping Forest.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 Elmcroft Guest House last inspected?
Elmcroft Guest House was last inspected on 2024-02-02. 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 Elmcroft Guest House located?
Elmcroft Guest House is located at Elmcroft, Epping, Essex , CM16 6LX, in the Epping Forest local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM16 postcode area.