Boswell House Hotel
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Boswell House Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Boswell House Hotel 118-120, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 6LF, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 August 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 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. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford is 4.9 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
- Boswell House Hotel 118-120, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex
- Postcode
- CM2 6LF
- Local Authority
- Chelmsford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 76034
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Boswell House Hotel?
Boswell House Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.
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 Boswell House Hotel last inspected?
Boswell House Hotel was last inspected on 2025-08-06. 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 Boswell House Hotel located?
Boswell House Hotel is located at Boswell House Hotel 118-120, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex , CM2 6LF, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM2 postcode area.