Karen's Korner

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-07-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
20

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

Karen's Korner is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Spernal Ash Nurseries, Alcester Road, Studley, B80 7PD, in the Stratford-on-Avon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stratford-on-Avon oversees 1,338 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stratford-on-Avon is 4.8 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
Spernal Ash Nurseries, Alcester Road, Studley
Postcode
B80 7PD
Local Authority
Stratford-on-Avon
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
979161

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Karen's Korner?

Karen's Korner has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Stratford-on-Avon.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Karen's Korner last inspected?

Karen's Korner was last inspected on 2025-07-01. 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 Karen's Korner 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 Karen's Korner located?

Karen's Korner is located at Spernal Ash Nurseries, Alcester Road, Studley , B80 7PD, in the Stratford-on-Avon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B80 postcode area.