West Ilkerton Farm food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
West Ilkerton Farm holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 8 March 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: Ilkerton, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6QA
How it compares in North Devon
That puts West Ilkerton Farm among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← West Ilkerton Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 West Ilkerton Farm 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 West Ilkerton Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Steep Holidays Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 April 2016 |
| Barbrook Service Station Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| The Camping and Caravanning Club Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2024 |
| Moorlands Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 August 2015 |
| The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2025 |
| Caffyn's Farm Barn Cafe & Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2025 |
| Caffyn's Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 September 2019 |
| Exmoor Cider Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about West Ilkerton Farm
What is West Ilkerton Farm's food hygiene rating?
West Ilkerton Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 8 March 2018.
Is West Ilkerton Farm 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was West Ilkerton Farm last inspected?
West Ilkerton Farm was last inspected on 8 March 2018, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at West Ilkerton Farm?
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 West Ilkerton Farm compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and West Ilkerton Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects West Ilkerton Farm 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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