Holiday Inn Sittingbourne
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Holiday Inn Sittingbourne is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Coniston Hotel, 70 London Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1NT, in the Swale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 January 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Swale oversees 1,228 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Swale 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Holiday Inn Sittingbourne?
Holiday Inn Sittingbourne has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Swale.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Holiday Inn Sittingbourne last inspected?
Holiday Inn Sittingbourne was last inspected on 2025-01-30. 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 Holiday Inn Sittingbourne 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 Holiday Inn Sittingbourne located?
Holiday Inn Sittingbourne is located at Coniston Hotel, 70 London Road, Sittingbourne, Kent , ME10 1NT, in the Swale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME10 postcode area.