Parsons Bakery

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-02-17

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Parsons Bakery is a retailers - other located at 93 Bradford Road, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5BP, in the Bath and North East Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 February 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Bath and North East Somerset oversees 1,851 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bath and North East Somerset is 4.5 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. 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
Retailers - other
Address
93 Bradford Road, Combe Down, Bath
Postcode
BA2 5BP
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
948535

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Parsons Bakery?

Parsons Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Bath and North East Somerset.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Parsons Bakery last inspected?

Parsons Bakery was last inspected on 2025-02-17. 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 Parsons Bakery 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 Parsons Bakery located?

Parsons Bakery is located at 93 Bradford Road, Combe Down, Bath , BA2 5BP, in the Bath and North East Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BA2 postcode area.