A 14th century pub in Oxfordshire which "prides itself on its safety" has received a damning food hygiene inspection.
The Three Tuns on Market Place in Henley is independently run and features open fires, wood-panelled walls and exposed beams.
Housed in a 14th century building, the team provides "fresh and locally sourced produce while serving modern British cuisine".
A pub statement online reads: “The safety of our team and loyal customers is our top priority.”
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The major issue outlined by inspectors was the hygienic handling of food which includes preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling and storage of the food served.
Inspectors found that 'improvement [was] necessary' in regard to this and awarded the pub a two-out-five hygiene rating.
Meanwhile, the cleanliness and condition of facilities and building were rated as 'generally satisfactory'.
This refers to having an appropriate layout, ventilation, hand washing facilities and pest control to enable good food hygiene.
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Similarly, the watering hole’s management of food safety was also given this rating.
This regards having a system or checks in place to ensure that the food sold or served is safe to eat and if there is evidence that staff know about food safety.
It also concerns whether or not the food safety officer has confidence that standards will be maintained in future.
The Oxford Mail attempted to contact The Three Tuns for comment.
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