Grey Matter in Todwick food hygiene rating
Caring Premises · Rotherham
Grey Matter in Todwick holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the care premises met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 13 July 2018, more than 7 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: Todwick Church Hall, Lindleys Croft, Todwick, S26 1HN
How it compares in Rotherham
That puts Grey Matter in Todwick among the 1,785 places in Rotherham holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,785 | 89% | ← Grey Matter in Todwick | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 149 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 49 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 19 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 187 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 Grey Matter in Todwick 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 Grey Matter in Todwick, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprus Garden Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2025 |
| Heaven is Homemade Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2026 |
| Hard Lane Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2026 |
| Greenscene Garden Centre Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 February 2026 |
Questions about Grey Matter in Todwick
What is Grey Matter in Todwick's food hygiene rating?
Grey Matter in Todwick has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Rotherham Council on 13 July 2018.
Is Grey Matter in Todwick 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 care premises to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Grey Matter in Todwick last inspected?
Grey Matter in Todwick was last inspected on 13 July 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Rotherham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Grey Matter in Todwick?
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 Grey Matter in Todwick compare to other places in Rotherham?
89% of the 2,007 rated food businesses in Rotherham hold the top rating of 5, and Grey Matter in Todwick is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Rotherham Council inspects Grey Matter in Todwick 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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