Welsh harp
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Welsh harp is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Welsh Harp Public House, Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DL, in the Epping Forest local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Epping Forest oversees 1,075 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Epping Forest is 4.7 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. 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Welsh Harp Public House, Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex
- Postcode
- EN9 1DL
- Local Authority
- Epping Forest
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 925436
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Welsh harp?
Welsh harp has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Epping Forest.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Welsh harp last inspected?
Welsh harp was last inspected on 2024-12-19. 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 Welsh harp 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 Welsh harp located?
Welsh harp is located at Welsh Harp Public House, Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex , EN9 1DL, in the Epping Forest local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EN9 postcode area.