Old Thorn Barn
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Old Thorn Barn is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Wymondham Road, Hethel, Norfolk, NR14 8EU, in the South Norfolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 January 2025, 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 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. South Norfolk oversees 1,138 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Norfolk 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Wymondham Road, Hethel, Norfolk
- Postcode
- NR14 8EU
- Local Authority
- South Norfolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 648164
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Old Thorn Barn?
Old Thorn Barn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Norfolk.
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 Old Thorn Barn last inspected?
Old Thorn Barn was last inspected on 2025-01-07. 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 Old Thorn Barn located?
Old Thorn Barn is located at Wymondham Road, Hethel, Norfolk , NR14 8EU, in the South Norfolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR14 postcode area.