The Wheel and Compass food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · North Northamptonshire
The Wheel and Compass 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 17 August 2023, more than 2 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: The Wheel And Compass Inn, Valley Road, Weston by Welland, LE16 8HZ
How it compares in North Northamptonshire
That puts The Wheel and Compass among the 2,391 places in North Northamptonshire holding top marks, 85% 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 | 2,391 | 85% | ← The Wheel and Compass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 283 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 75 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 26 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 289 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 Good
- How well they manage food safety Very 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 The Wheel and Compass 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 The Wheel and Compass, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Red Lion Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 January 2025 |
| Ashley Herb Farm and Butchers & Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 February 2025 |
| Ashley Village Hall Other catering premises | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2022 |
| The Nevill Arms Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 December 2024 |
| Medbourne Sports Club Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 January 2010 |
| Medbourne Stores And Post Office Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 January 2024 |
| Hallaton Manor Ltd Caring Premises | 2.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 September 2024 |
| Nevill Holt Enterprises Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 June 2025 |
Questions about The Wheel and Compass
What is The Wheel and Compass's food hygiene rating?
The Wheel and Compass has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Northamptonshire Council on 17 August 2023.
Is The Wheel and Compass 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 The Wheel and Compass last inspected?
The Wheel and Compass was last inspected on 17 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Northamptonshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Wheel and Compass?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Wheel and Compass compare to other places in North Northamptonshire?
85% of the 2,804 rated food businesses in North Northamptonshire hold the top rating of 5, and The Wheel and Compass is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Northamptonshire Council inspects The Wheel and Compass 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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