The White Horse food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Central Bedfordshire
The White Horse 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 29 February 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: 9 New Road, Linslade, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LS
How it compares in Central Bedfordshire
That puts The White Horse among the 1,153 places in Central Bedfordshire holding top marks, 76% 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 | 1,153 | 76% | ← The White Horse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 254 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 83 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 189 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 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 Horse 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 Horse, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linslade Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 70 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2025 |
| Indian Ocean Tandoori Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 170 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 February 2026 |
| Eagle Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 171 yards away | 5 - Very good | 30 May 2024 |
| Kebab Ye Takeaway/sandwich shop | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 April 2025 |
| Canal St Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 296 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2024 |
| Amanda Nolan Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 412 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 November 2025 |
| Linslade Lower School School/college/university | 423 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Aldi Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 427 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2025 |
Questions about The White Horse
What is The White Horse's food hygiene rating?
The White Horse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Central Bedfordshire Council on 29 February 2024.
Is The White Horse 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 Horse last inspected?
The White Horse was last inspected on 29 February 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Central Bedfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The White Horse?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Horse compare to other places in Central Bedfordshire?
76% of the 1,520 rated food businesses in Central Bedfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and The White Horse is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Central Bedfordshire Council inspects The White Horse 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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