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The Axe And Compasses

Pub or bar · Arkesden, Saffron Walden, CB11 4EX

Food hygiene rating
012345
Urgent improvementVery good

Good. What a 4 means. Inspected 18 Feb 2026 by Uttlesford council.

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What the inspector found

Handling and storing foodGood
Cleanliness and condition of premisesGood
Management of food safetyGenerally satisfactory

Shorter bar is better. FHRS points: hygiene 5, structural 5, management 10.

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