Wincanton Fruit and Veg food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Somerset
Wincanton Fruit and Veg 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 14 September 2021, more than 4 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: Applegarth Emporium, 8 High Street, Wincanton, BA9 9JP
How it compares in Somerset
That puts Wincanton Fruit and Veg among the 4,825 places in Somerset holding top marks, 88% 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 | 4,825 | 88% | ← Wincanton Fruit and Veg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 539 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 93 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 26 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 557 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 Wincanton Fruit and Veg 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 Wincanton Fruit and Veg, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saskia's Flower Essences Retailers - other | at this address | 4 - Good | 21 May 2026 |
| The Lemon Tree Deli Retailers - other | 14 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 July 2025 |
| The Whole (Trading as Mary Phillip Fergus Ltd) Other catering premises | 24 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 July 2022 |
| Clementina Delicatessen & Gifts Ltd Other catering premises | 34 yards away | 4 - Good | 5 December 2025 |
| Sushi in the Stix Takeaway/sandwich shop | 53 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 May 2023 |
| Good Measure Pub/bar/nightclub | 53 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Wincanton Kebab & Pizza House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 65 yards away | 4 - Good | 28 July 2025 |
| Rule #65 - Cycle Shop Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 75 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2024 |
Questions about Wincanton Fruit and Veg
What is Wincanton Fruit and Veg's food hygiene rating?
Wincanton Fruit and Veg has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Somerset Council on 14 September 2021.
Is Wincanton Fruit and Veg 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 Wincanton Fruit and Veg last inspected?
Wincanton Fruit and Veg was last inspected on 14 September 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Somerset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Wincanton Fruit and Veg?
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 Wincanton Fruit and Veg compare to other places in Somerset?
88% of the 5,514 rated food businesses in Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Wincanton Fruit and Veg is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Somerset Council inspects Wincanton Fruit and Veg 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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