The White Hart food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Lewes
The White Hart 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 15 June 2023, more than 3 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 White Hart 17 High Street, Newhaven, BN9 9PD
How it compares in Lewes
That puts The White Hart among the 740 places in Lewes holding top marks, 85% 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 | 740 | 85% | ← The White Hart | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 89 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 25 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 90 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 Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 White Hart 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 White Hart, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bursa Kebab Shop Takeaway/sandwich shop | 21 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 March 2026 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 February 2025 |
| Poundstretcher Retailers - other | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
| La Baguette Shop Retailers - other | 67 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2025 |
| Morrisons Daily Retailers - other | 82 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2024 |
| Dees Newsagents Ltd Retailers - other | 135 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2025 |
| Newhaven coffee shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 145 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 June 2026 |
| Newhaven Pharmacies Retailers - other | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 March 2025 |
Questions about The White Hart
What is The White Hart's food hygiene rating?
The White Hart has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Lewes Council on 15 June 2023.
Is The White Hart 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 White Hart last inspected?
The White Hart was last inspected on 15 June 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Lewes Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The White Hart?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The White Hart compare to other places in Lewes?
85% of the 870 rated food businesses in Lewes hold the top rating of 5, and The White Hart is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Lewes Council inspects The White Hart 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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Understanding this rating
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The White Hart is one of 101 rated food businesses in Newhaven. See every hygiene rating in Newhaven →
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