Awen Cultural Trust food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Bridgend
Awen Cultural Trust holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 15 January 2018, more than 8 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Blaengarw Working Mens Hall Blaengarw Road, Blaengarw, CF32 8AW
How it compares in Bridgend
That puts Awen Cultural Trust among the 874 places in Bridgend holding top marks, 72% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 874 | 72% | ← Awen Cultural Trust | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 228 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 86 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 145 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Awen Cultural Trust none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Awen Cultural Trust, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaengarw Working Mens Club Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 18 August 2025 |
| Golden Valley Takeaway/sandwich shop | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| Blaengarw Primary School Canteen School/college/university | 379 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
| Bryn Stores Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 4 July 2024 |
| Blaengarw RFC Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2025 |
| Village Playgroup Garw Valley Caring Premises | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 September 2025 |
Questions about Awen Cultural Trust
What is Awen Cultural Trust's food hygiene rating?
Awen Cultural Trust has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Bridgend Council on 15 January 2018.
Is Awen Cultural Trust safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Awen Cultural Trust last inspected?
Awen Cultural Trust was last inspected on 15 January 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Bridgend Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Awen Cultural Trust?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Awen Cultural Trust compare to other places in Bridgend?
72% of the 1,207 rated food businesses in Bridgend hold the top rating of 5, and Awen Cultural Trust is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Bridgend Council inspects Awen Cultural Trust and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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