Red Lion
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Red Lion is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Red Lion Hotel, 49 Sway Road, Morriston, SA6 6JA, in the Swansea local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 January 2026, 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 5 — 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. Swansea oversees 2,446 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Swansea is 4.5 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Red Lion?
Red Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Swansea.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Red Lion last inspected?
Red Lion was last inspected on 2026-01-14. 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 Red Lion located?
Red Lion is located at Red Lion Hotel, 49 Sway Road, Morriston , SA6 6JA, in the Swansea local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SA6 postcode area.