Sammy's Ices food hygiene rating
Mobile caterer · Pendle
Sammy's Ices holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the mobile caterer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 10 July 2024, 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: 1 Crabtree Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0DF
How it compares in Pendle
That puts Sammy's Ices among the 543 places in Pendle holding top marks, 71% 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 | 543 | 71% | ← Sammy's Ices | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 127 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 51 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 30 | 4% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 16 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 35 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 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 Sammy's Ices 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 Sammy's Ices, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaz Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 61 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 December 2025 |
| Blondie Brownie Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 66 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 June 2026 |
| Caterlink@ Lord Street Primary School School/college/university | 197 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 December 2025 |
| Carlo's Restaurant Other catering premises | 278 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 February 2026 |
| Colne Warpdressers Club And Institute Pub/bar/nightclub | 307 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 January 2025 |
| Bannisters Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 325 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2025 |
| Banny's Fish And Chip Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 325 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 January 2025 |
| BB's Coffee Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 325 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
Questions about Sammy's Ices
What is Sammy's Ices's food hygiene rating?
Sammy's Ices has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Pendle Council on 10 July 2024.
Is Sammy's Ices 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 mobile caterer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Sammy's Ices last inspected?
Sammy's Ices was last inspected on 10 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Pendle Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Sammy's Ices?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Sammy's Ices compare to other places in Pendle?
71% of the 768 rated food businesses in Pendle hold the top rating of 5, and Sammy's Ices is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Pendle Council inspects Sammy's Ices 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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