Union Cross
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Union Cross is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Union Cross Hotel, 12 Old Market, Halifax, Calderdale, HX1 1TN, in the Calderdale local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 October 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Calderdale oversees 1,180 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Calderdale is 4.6 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. The rating has changed from 3 to 5 since 16 September 2024.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Union Cross Hotel, 12 Old Market, Halifax, Calderdale
- Postcode
- HX1 1TN
- Local Authority
- Calderdale
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1548188
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2024-09-16 |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Union Cross?
Union Cross has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Calderdale.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Union Cross last inspected?
Union Cross was last inspected on 2026-10-02. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Union Cross located?
Union Cross is located at Union Cross Hotel, 12 Old Market, Halifax, Calderdale , HX1 1TN, in the Calderdale local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HX1 postcode area.