Numerous families have reported experiencing severe food poisoning symptoms after consuming a Sunday meal at a well-known pub. Customers who dined at The Cwrt Henllys Bar and Restaurant in Cwmbran, South Wales fell ill shortly after partaking in the roast dinner on October 5.
A pregnant woman recounted being awakened in the night by intense stomach cramps and feeling extremely unwell, fearing she was having a miscarriage. Environmental health officials have confirmed the presence of clostridium perfringens, a harmful organism known to cause severe food poisoning, in samples taken from 19 affected individuals.
According to a statement from Torfaen Council, microbiological tests conducted following reports of illness among patrons who dined at the Cwrt Henllys Hotel have identified Clostridium perfringens as the causative agent. However, no new cases of illness related to the incident have been reported, and there is no broader public health risk associated with dining at the establishment.
Clostridium perfringens is a bacteria commonly found in animals and the environment, often contracted by humans through the consumption of contaminated meat or poultry left unrefrigerated for extended periods. The Food Standards Agency warns that improper handling of food, especially in settings with large groups, can lead to outbreaks of C. perfringens food poisoning, particularly affecting vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, and individuals with underlying health conditions.
The Mirror has reached out to The Cwrt Henllys Bar and Restaurant for their comments on the matter.
