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Nelson Head Inn

Major improvement necessary. Last inspection 21 August 2025.

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Quick facts

  • Nelson Head Inn scored 1/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 21 August 2025.
  • Verdict: Major improvement necessary.
  • Classified as pub/bar/nightclub in North Norfolk.
  • Inspected by North Norfolk Environmental Health.
Address
Nelson Head, The Street, Horsey, Norfolk, NR29 4AD

Local authority: North Norfolk · council website ↗

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What this means

Major improvement necessary.

Serious shortcomings at the time of inspection. The FSA recommends a swift follow-up. Consumers are typically advised to check whether improvements have been confirmed.

Classified as a licensed venue serving food. Display is voluntary in England, which is why low scorers often skip the window sticker.

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Common questions

What people ask about Nelson Head Inn.

What is Nelson Head Inn's FSA hygiene rating?

Nelson Head Inn scored 1 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 21 August 2025. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.

When was Nelson Head Inn last inspected?

The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for Nelson Head Inn was on 21 August 2025, 9 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.

Is Nelson Head Inn required to display its hygiene rating?

No, displaying the rating sticker is voluntary in England. Many low-rated venues choose not to.

Is it safe to eat at Nelson Head Inn?

Nelson Head Inn's last FSA inspection identified hygiene standards requiring improvement. A low score reflects issues observed on that inspection day, not necessarily current conditions. Many venues improve rapidly between inspections. For up-to-date status, verify with the Food Standards Agency directly and consider checking the venue's local authority.

How does Nelson Head Inn compare to other venues in North Norfolk?

Nelson Head Inn's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in North Norfolk on the dedicated North Norfolk aggregate page, which shows the citywide average, the best-rated venues and the ones rated 0 or 1.

Primary sources

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RatingCafe mirrors public FSA open data. The score on this page is the same one the inspector filed, but you can verify it at the source right now.

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Edited by James Thornton, Food Safety & Regulation editor.

Page last refreshed 14 April 2026. FSA inspection of record dated 21 August 2025. Reviewed against FSA primary sources.

Data sourced directly from the Food Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. RatingCafe does not modify scores, only surfaces them. Full methodology.