Hygienic food handling
GoodIncludes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
The Hare Inn food hygiene rating
Food hygiene rating
Rated by Babergh
Generally satisfactory
Hygiene standards were generally satisfactory when inspected.
At a glance
The Hare Inn in Babergh currently has a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally satisfactory). The latest published inspection was carried out on 27 July 2026. The Hare Inn is registered as a Pub/bar/nightclub and is located at Hare Inn. Hare Inn, High Street, Long Melford, SUDBURY, CO10 9DF.
About this information
Ratings are supplied by the relevant local authority. Details may change between inspections or before updated records are published.
Latest inspection
27 July 2026
Inspectors consider how hygienically food is handled, the condition of the premises and how effectively the business manages food safety.
Includes food preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage practices.
Covers the cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation and condition of the premises.
Considers staff knowledge, checks, records and confidence that standards will be maintained.
Previous records
The food hygiene rating for The Hare Inn has improved from 2 at its previous recorded inspection to 3 at its latest inspection.
| Inspection date | Rating | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 July 2026 | 3 | Generally satisfactory | Current |
| 16 January 2025 | 2 | Some improvement necessary | Previous |
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