Two Moors Retreat food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · North Devon
Two Moors Retreat holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the restaurant met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 9 August 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: 4 West Street, Witheridge, Tiverton, EX16 8AA
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Two Moors Retreat 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% | ← Two Moors Retreat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 Two Moors Retreat 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 Two Moors Retreat, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitre Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 38 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 November 2024 |
| Central Convenience Retailers - other | 97 yards away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 10 October 2025 |
| Witheridge Newsagents Retailers - other | 119 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2016 |
| Witheridge Churches Together Luncheon Club Other catering premises | 125 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2016 |
| La Petite Bouchee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 156 yards away | 1 - Major improvement necessary | 26 February 2026 |
| Witheridge C Of E Primary School School/college/university | 192 yards away | 4 - Good | 20 January 2026 |
| S W C H Caring Premises | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| Littledart Fulfilment Manufacturers/packers | 381 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2023 |
Questions about Two Moors Retreat
What is Two Moors Retreat's food hygiene rating?
Two Moors Retreat has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 9 August 2018.
Is Two Moors Retreat 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 restaurant to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Two Moors Retreat last inspected?
Two Moors Retreat was last inspected on 9 August 2018, more than 7 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 Two Moors Retreat?
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 Two Moors Retreat 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 Two Moors Retreat is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Two Moors Retreat 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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