Hampshire Foods Limited food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · New Forest
Hampshire Foods Limited 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 10 July 2023, more than 3 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: The Lyndhurst Tea House, 26-28 High Street, Lyndhurst, SO43 7BG
How it compares in New Forest
That puts Hampshire Foods Limited among the 1,153 places in New Forest holding top marks, 80% 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 | 1,153 | 80% | ← Hampshire Foods Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 183 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 23 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 138 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 Hampshire Foods Limited 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 Hampshire Foods Limited, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Nordic Limited Importers/Exporters | 25 yards away | Exempt | |
| Chiangmai Thai Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 September 2024 |
| Fox and Hounds Pub/bar/nightclub | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Lyndhurst Tea House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 April 2026 |
| New Forest Family Butchers Retailers - other | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| New Forest Finest Takeaway/sandwich shop | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2023 |
| A R Pharmacy Retailers - other | 56 yards away | Exempt | |
| Peggy May's Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 67 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
Questions about Hampshire Foods Limited
What is Hampshire Foods Limited's food hygiene rating?
Hampshire Foods Limited has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by New Forest Council on 10 July 2023.
Is Hampshire Foods Limited 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 Hampshire Foods Limited last inspected?
Hampshire Foods Limited was last inspected on 10 July 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by New Forest Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hampshire Foods Limited?
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 Hampshire Foods Limited compare to other places in New Forest?
80% of the 1,435 rated food businesses in New Forest hold the top rating of 5, and Hampshire Foods Limited is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
New Forest Council inspects Hampshire Foods Limited 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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