The Gloucester
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Gloucester is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 85 The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AT, in the Dorset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 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 5 — 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. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Gloucester?
The Gloucester has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dorset.
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 The Gloucester last inspected?
The Gloucester was last inspected on 2026-03-26. 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 Gloucester located?
The Gloucester is located at 85 The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset , DT4 7AT, in the Dorset local authority area.