Hole in One food hygiene rating
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen · North Devon
Hole in One 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 14 May 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: The Putting Kiosk, Manor Greens, Countisbury Hill, EX35 6EN
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Hole in One 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% | ← Hole in One | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Hole in One 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 Hole in One, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lyn Valley Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 215 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| Harbour Shed Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 225 yards away | Awaiting inspection | |
| Caravel Retailers - other | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2008 |
| Exmoor Bake House Takeaway/sandwich shop | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 September 2023 |
| Mavis Thruptons Retailers - other | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 October 2024 |
| Riverside Cottage And Meat Hub Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2026 |
| The Barque Pub/bar/nightclub | 237 yards away | 4 - Good | 5 June 2025 |
| The Coffee Mill Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 237 yards away | 4 - Good | 25 September 2024 |
Questions about Hole in One
What is Hole in One's food hygiene rating?
Hole in One has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 14 May 2024.
Is Hole in One 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 Hole in One last inspected?
Hole in One was last inspected on 14 May 2024, more than 2 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 Hole in One?
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 Hole in One 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 Hole in One is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Hole in One 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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