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BLT's Sandwich Bar

Major improvement necessary. Last inspection 25 November 2025.

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Quick facts

  • BLT's Sandwich Bar scored 1/5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme , last inspected 25 November 2025.
  • Verdict: Major improvement necessary.
  • Classified as restaurant/cafe/canteen in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
  • Inspected by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Environmental Health.
Address
Crowsnest, 225 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 9DS

Local authority: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · 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 sit-down food business. 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 BLT's Sandwich Bar.

What is BLT's Sandwich Bar's FSA hygiene rating?

BLT's Sandwich Bar scored 1 out of 5 under the UK Food Hygiene Rating Scheme at its last inspection on 25 November 2025. This rating reflects the hygiene standards observed on that day and comes directly from the FSA open dataset.

When was BLT's Sandwich Bar last inspected?

The last Food Standards Agency inspection published for BLT's Sandwich Bar was on 25 November 2025, 6 months ago. The FSA recommends re-inspection every 6 to 24 months depending on risk profile.

Is BLT's Sandwich Bar 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 BLT's Sandwich Bar?

BLT's Sandwich Bar'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 BLT's Sandwich Bar compare to other venues in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

BLT's Sandwich Bar's rating can be compared against other restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole on the dedicated Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole aggregate page, which shows the citywide average, the best-rated venues and the ones rated 0 or 1.

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Edited by James Thornton, Food Safety & Regulation editor.

Page last refreshed 14 April 2026. FSA inspection of record dated 25 November 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.