Bowling Club
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bowling Club is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Dairy Lane, Houghton-Le-Spring, DH4 5BH, in the Sunderland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 May 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Sunderland oversees 2,393 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sunderland is 4.7 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Dairy Lane, Houghton-Le-Spring
- Postcode
- DH4 5BH
- Local Authority
- Sunderland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 651098
Location
Nearby Businesses
Related Pages
FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bowling Club?
Bowling Club has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Sunderland.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Bowling Club last inspected?
Bowling Club was last inspected on 2024-05-20. 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 Bowling Club 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 Bowling Club located?
Bowling Club is located at Dairy Lane, Houghton-Le-Spring , DH4 5BH, in the Sunderland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DH4 postcode area.