The Horseshoe Inn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Herefordshire
The Horseshoe 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 22 August 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.
92% of rated food businesses in Herefordshire score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Herefordshire ratings →
Address: The Homend, HR8 1BP
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These food businesses close to this one were rated 0 to 2 at their last inspection, the lowest ratings. Tap any to see why.
How it compares in Herefordshire
That puts The Horseshoe Inn among the 1,222 places in Herefordshire 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 | 1,222 | 78% | ← The Horseshoe Inn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 213 | 14% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 109 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 207 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 Horseshoe 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 The Horseshoe Inn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Koz Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | Awaiting inspection | |
| Raduni Indian Cuisine Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 43 yards away | 4 - Good | 19 February 2026 |
| Ledbury Coffee Culture Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 45 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 5 May 2026 |
| D.T. Waller Ltd Retailers - other | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Shell House Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 110 yards away | 4 - Good | 2 July 2025 |
| Winters Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 117 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 November 2025 |
| Codfather II Takeaway/sandwich shop | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 October 2024 |
| One Stop Retailers - other | 133 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2010 |
Questions about The Horseshoe Inn
What is The Horseshoe Inn's food hygiene rating?
The Horseshoe Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Herefordshire Council on 22 August 2024.
Is The Horseshoe 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 The Horseshoe Inn last inspected?
The Horseshoe Inn was last inspected on 22 August 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Herefordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Horseshoe Inn?
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 Horseshoe Inn compare to other places in Herefordshire?
78% of the 1,572 rated food businesses in Herefordshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Horseshoe Inn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Herefordshire Council inspects The Horseshoe 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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