The Cannon Inn
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Cannon Inn is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Cannon, 29 Front Street, Earsdon, Whitley Bay, NE25 9JX, in the North Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 February 2026, 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. North Tyneside oversees 1,519 registered food businesses, of which 92% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Tyneside is 4.8 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
- The Cannon, 29 Front Street, Earsdon, Whitley Bay
- Postcode
- NE25 9JX
- Local Authority
- North Tyneside
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 945466
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Cannon Inn?
The Cannon Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Tyneside.
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 Cannon Inn last inspected?
The Cannon Inn was last inspected on 2026-02-05. 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 Cannon Inn located?
The Cannon Inn is located at The Cannon, 29 Front Street, Earsdon, Whitley Bay , NE25 9JX, in the North Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE25 postcode area.