The Local food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Canterbury City
The Local 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 3 July 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: Cockering Road, Chartham, Canterbury, CT4 7PT
How it compares in Canterbury City
That puts The Local among the 1,161 places in Canterbury City holding top marks, 78% 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 | 1,161 | 78% | ← The Local | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 185 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 120 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 14 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 166 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling 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 Local 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 Local, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackbird Caterers Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
| The Artichoke Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 9 February 2026 |
| NK Minimart Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 August 2023 |
| Firs Nursery Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 February 2025 |
| Chartham Community Fridge Distributors/Transporters | 0.5 miles away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Petersons Farm Produce Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2022 |
| Chartham Mini Store Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 October 2025 |
| Shalmsford Street Store Retailers - other | 0.8 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 2 July 2025 |
Questions about The Local
What is The Local's food hygiene rating?
The Local has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Canterbury City Council on 3 July 2024.
Is The Local 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 Local last inspected?
The Local was last inspected on 3 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Canterbury City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Local?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 Local compare to other places in Canterbury City?
78% of the 1,483 rated food businesses in Canterbury City hold the top rating of 5, and The Local is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Canterbury City Council inspects The Local 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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Understanding this rating
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The official record is held by the council: http://www.canterbury.gov.uk
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