The Bell food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Three Rivers
The Bell holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 29 June 2017, more than 9 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: The Bell Public House, 117 Primrose Hill, Kings Langley, WD4 8HX
How it compares in Three Rivers
That puts The Bell among the 472 places in Three Rivers holding top marks, 83% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 472 | 83% | ← The Bell | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 76 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 20 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 67 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At The Bell none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to The Bell, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Baptist & Hall Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 April 2026 |
| Clare James Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2019 |
| Dalling & Co Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 March 2025 |
| Costcutter Kings Langley Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2023 |
| Abbeyfeld Kings Langley Society - Garrad House Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| Culinera @ Kings Langley School School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 June 2026 |
| Bea's Coffee Barn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2026 |
| Campus & Co Retailers - other | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2024 |
Questions about The Bell
What is The Bell's food hygiene rating?
The Bell has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Three Rivers Council on 29 June 2017.
Is The Bell safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Bell last inspected?
The Bell was last inspected on 29 June 2017, more than 9 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Three Rivers Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Bell?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Bell compare to other places in Three Rivers?
83% of the 571 rated food businesses in Three Rivers hold the top rating of 5, and The Bell is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Three Rivers Council inspects The Bell and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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