The Old Swan

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2025-12-11

The Old Swan is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at The Old Swan, Old Minster Lovell, Minster Lovell, Witney, OX29 0RW, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). West Oxfordshire oversees 1,117 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Oxfordshire 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
The Old Swan, Old Minster Lovell, Minster Lovell, Witney
Postcode
OX29 0RW
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
912782

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Old Swan?

The Old Swan has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by West Oxfordshire.

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 The Old Swan last inspected?

The Old Swan was last inspected on 2025-12-11. 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 Old Swan located?

The Old Swan is located at The Old Swan, Old Minster Lovell, Minster Lovell, Witney , OX29 0RW, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX29 postcode area.