Woodlands Convenience Stores

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-07-06

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Woodlands Convenience Stores is a retailers - other located at 93-95 Woodlands Close, Clacton On Sea, Essex, CO15 4RY, in the Tendring local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 July 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Tendring oversees 1,267 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tendring is 4.5 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
93-95 Woodlands Close, Clacton On Sea, Essex
Postcode
CO15 4RY
Local Authority
Tendring
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
612226

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Woodlands Convenience Stores?

Woodlands Convenience Stores has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Tendring.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a retailers - other?

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 Woodlands Convenience Stores last inspected?

Woodlands Convenience Stores was last inspected on 2024-07-06. 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 Woodlands Convenience Stores 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 Woodlands Convenience Stores located?

Woodlands Convenience Stores is located at 93-95 Woodlands Close, Clacton On Sea, Essex , CO15 4RY, in the Tendring local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO15 postcode area.