Royal British Legion
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Royal British Legion is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Royal British Legion Bath Road, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1DU, in the Dorset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Dorset oversees 5,071 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dorset is 4.9 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Royal British Legion?
Royal British Legion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dorset.
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 Royal British Legion last inspected?
Royal British Legion was last inspected on 2025-05-19. 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 Royal British Legion located?
Royal British Legion is located at The Royal British Legion Bath Road, Sturminster Newton, Dorset , DT10 1DU, in the Dorset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DT10 postcode area.