Bushy Wood food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Wealden
Bushy Wood holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 9 May 2024, more than 2 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: Bushy Wood Scout Camp Site Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, BN27 3LZ
How it compares in Wealden
That puts Bushy Wood among the 1,015 places in Wealden holding top marks, 78% 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 | 1,015 | 78% | ← Bushy Wood | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 215 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 72 | 6% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 56 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Bushy Wood 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 Bushy Wood, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplocks Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 363 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2024 |
| ArtChocolat Ltd Manufacturers/packers | 395 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Kettle & Belle (CrossFit FFH) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 395 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 February 2024 |
| Christchurch Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 September 2025 |
| KFC Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 August 2024 |
| Filsham Lodge Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 October 2025 |
| Kings Head Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 October 2024 |
| Knockhatch Adventure Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2025 |
Questions about Bushy Wood
What is Bushy Wood's food hygiene rating?
Bushy Wood has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wealden Council on 9 May 2024.
Is Bushy Wood 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Bushy Wood last inspected?
Bushy Wood was last inspected on 9 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wealden Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bushy Wood?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Bushy Wood compare to other places in Wealden?
78% of the 1,308 rated food businesses in Wealden hold the top rating of 5, and Bushy Wood is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wealden Council inspects Bushy Wood 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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