Pierreponts at the Hive
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Pierreponts at the Hive is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 140 Eastern Avenue, Milton Park, Milton, ABINGDON, OX14 4SB, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 December 2025, 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. Vale of White Horse oversees 1,033 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Vale of White Horse 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 140 Eastern Avenue, Milton Park, Milton, ABINGDON
- Postcode
- OX14 4SB
- Local Authority
- Vale of White Horse
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 859557
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Pierreponts at the Hive?
Pierreponts at the Hive has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Vale of White Horse.
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 Pierreponts at the Hive last inspected?
Pierreponts at the Hive was last inspected on 2025-12-09. 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 Pierreponts at the Hive located?
Pierreponts at the Hive is located at 140 Eastern Avenue, Milton Park, Milton, ABINGDON , OX14 4SB, in the Vale of White Horse local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX14 postcode area.