The Bell Lodge
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Bell Lodge is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 52 Melville Street, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 8LF, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 March 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Isle of Wight oversees 1,697 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Isle of Wight is 4.5 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- 52 Melville Street, Sandown, Isle Of Wight
- Postcode
- PO36 8LF
- Local Authority
- Isle of Wight
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1699815
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Bell Lodge?
The Bell Lodge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Isle of Wight.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 The Bell Lodge last inspected?
The Bell Lodge was last inspected on 2026-03-24. 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 The Bell Lodge located?
The Bell Lodge is located at 52 Melville Street, Sandown, Isle Of Wight , PO36 8LF, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO36 postcode area.