Chequers Inn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · East Hertfordshire
Chequers Inn 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 24 April 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: Ware Road, Wareside, Ware, SG12 7QY
How it compares in East Hertfordshire
That puts Chequers Inn among the 977 places in East Hertfordshire holding top marks, 84% 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 | 977 | 84% | ← Chequers Inn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 146 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 30 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 221 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 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 Chequers Inn 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 Chequers Inn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Wheatfields Manufacturers/packers | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2015 |
| Ash View Nursing Home Caring Premises | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| Fanham's Hall Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Priors Wood Jmi School School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 November 2025 |
| Fox And Hounds Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2024 |
| All Nations Christian College Caring Premises | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 August 2025 |
| All Nations Christian College Limited Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 May 2024 |
| Hunsdon J M I School School/college/university | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2024 |
Questions about Chequers Inn
What is Chequers Inn's food hygiene rating?
Chequers Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Hertfordshire Council on 24 April 2024.
Is Chequers Inn 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 Chequers Inn last inspected?
Chequers Inn was last inspected on 24 April 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Hertfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Chequers Inn?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Chequers Inn compare to other places in East Hertfordshire?
84% of the 1,168 rated food businesses in East Hertfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Chequers Inn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Hertfordshire Council inspects Chequers Inn 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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