The Foxes Den
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The Foxes Den is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 2-4 Riverside, Felton, Northumberland, NE65 9EA, in the Northumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 September 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 0 — 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. Northumberland oversees 3,530 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Northumberland is 4.9 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 2-4 Riverside, Felton, Northumberland
- Postcode
- NE65 9EA
- Local Authority
- Northumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 859983
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Foxes Den?
The Foxes Den has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Northumberland.
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 The Foxes Den last inspected?
The Foxes Den was last inspected on 2025-09-03. 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 Foxes Den located?
The Foxes Den is located at 2-4 Riverside, Felton, Northumberland , NE65 9EA, in the Northumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE65 postcode area.