The Strafford food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Hertsmere
The Strafford holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 6 June 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: Strafford Arms, Cranborne Parade, Mutton Lane, EN6 3BA
How it compares in Hertsmere
That puts The Strafford among the 582 places in Hertsmere holding top marks, 81% 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 | 582 | 81% | ← The Strafford | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 90 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 30 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 5 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 14 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 120 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 The Strafford 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 The Strafford, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Grocers Retailers - other | 2 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 February 2026 |
| Bones Wing And Burger Bar Other catering premises | 17 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 July 2024 |
| Cranborne Convienence Store & Post Office Retailers - other | 25 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2023 |
| Helmsman Takeaway/sandwich shop | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 March 2026 |
| Inspireall Cafe And Starjumps Nursery Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 134 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2025 |
| KCM Cafe Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| Cafe Shanklin Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 October 2024 |
| Ibsela Ltd Importers/Exporters | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 July 2025 |
Questions about The Strafford
What is The Strafford's food hygiene rating?
The Strafford has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Hertsmere Council on 6 June 2024.
Is The Strafford 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Strafford last inspected?
The Strafford was last inspected on 6 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Hertsmere Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Strafford?
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 The Strafford compare to other places in Hertsmere?
81% of the 721 rated food businesses in Hertsmere hold the top rating of 5, and The Strafford is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Hertsmere Council inspects The Strafford 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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