The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 546-550 Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford, LE6 0PY, in the Charnwood local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 June 2023, 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. Charnwood oversees 1,491 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Charnwood is 4.7 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store?
The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Charnwood.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store last inspected?
The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store was last inspected on 2023-06-14. 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 The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store located?
The Old Post Office Tea Room & Store is located at 546-550 Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford , LE6 0PY, in the Charnwood local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE6 postcode area.