Imagine walking into a pub, expecting a relaxing evening, only to be greeted by a scene that could rival a horror movie! That's the reality for patrons of The King's Head in Ruan Lanihorne, Cornwall.
This pub has been handed a zero food hygiene rating, not once, but twice, and the reasons are enough to make your stomach turn.
A Tale of Rats, Rotting Food, and Bird Poo
The latest inspection revealed evidence of rat activity in the food store, a repeat offense from a previous inspection in 2023. But that's not all; the inspector also found out-of-date foods in the fridge and freezer, with a large quantity deemed unfit for consumption.
Mouldy sauce containers, flies in meat containers, and blackened cabbages were just the beginning. The kitchen sink hosted a defrosting squid, which, according to the report, had been frozen after it was no longer fit for consumption.
And if that wasn't enough, a cellar box was covered in bird faeces, a clear health hazard in a food storage area.
But here's where it gets controversial: despite these shocking findings, follow-up inspections a week later showed most issues had been addressed. The pub was given a clean bill of health, with the inspector noting no further visits were necessary.
However, two years later, the same issues have resurfaced, highlighting a need for sustained improvement in food handling and hygiene practices.
The report also emphasized the necessity of major improvements in cleanliness, facility maintenance, and food safety management.
So, what do you think? Is this an isolated incident, or a sign of deeper issues? Should the pub be given another chance, or is it time for a change in management? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!
