Bromham Road News

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-03-14
Rating changed from 2 since 2024-03-11

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
5

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Bromham Road News is a retailers - other located at 104-106 Bromham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QH, in the Bedford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 March 2026, 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Bedford oversees 1,663 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bedford is 4.7 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of 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. The rating has changed from 2 to 5 since 11 March 2024.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
104-106 Bromham Road, Bedford
Postcode
MK40 2QH
Local Authority
Bedford
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
87230

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
2 2024-03-11

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Bromham Road News?

Bromham Road News has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Bedford.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?

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 Bromham Road News last inspected?

Bromham Road News was last inspected on 2026-03-14. 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 Bromham Road News located?

Bromham Road News is located at 104-106 Bromham Road, Bedford , MK40 2QH, in the Bedford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the MK40 postcode area.