The Harrier food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Welwyn Hatfield
The Harrier 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
This is a fresh result: The Harrier was inspected on 23 July 2026, so the rating reflects what the inspector found very recently.
94% of rated food businesses in Welwyn Hatfield score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Welwyn Hatfield ratings →
Address: 91 Bishops Rise, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9BZ
How it compares in Welwyn Hatfield
That puts The Harrier among the 517 places in Welwyn Hatfield 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 | 517 | 78% | ← The Harrier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 108 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 29 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 1 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 102 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 The Harrier 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 Harrier, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max's Kebabs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2025 |
| Bobs Family Butchers Retailers - other | 120 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2026 |
| Bartlett Mitchell ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 March 2025 |
| De Havilland Primary School School/college/university | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| Mercure Hatfield Oak Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 September 2024 |
| College Lane Premier Shop Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2026 |
| Cafe Rore Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 May 2025 |
| Forum Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 October 2023 |
Questions about The Harrier
What is The Harrier's food hygiene rating?
The Harrier has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Welwyn Hatfield Council on 23 July 2026.
Is The Harrier 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 Harrier last inspected?
The Harrier was last inspected on 23 July 2026, a month ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Welwyn Hatfield Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Harrier?
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 The Harrier compare to other places in Welwyn Hatfield?
78% of the 660 rated food businesses in Welwyn Hatfield hold the top rating of 5, and The Harrier is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Welwyn Hatfield Council inspects The Harrier 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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The Harrier is one of 250 rated food businesses in Hatfield. See every hygiene rating in Hatfield →
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