BB's Bakery food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Mid Suffolk
BB's Bakery holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 21 February 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: Spring Barn, Old Bury Road, Palgrave, IP22 1AZ
How it compares in Mid Suffolk
That puts BB's Bakery among the 623 places in Mid Suffolk holding top marks, 86% 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 | 623 | 86% | ← BB's Bakery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 66 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 26 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 122 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 BB's Bakery 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 BB's Bakery, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| little green wedding barn Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2026 |
| Palgrave CofE Primary School School/college/university | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2024 |
| First Prime Care Ltd Other catering premises | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 August 2024 |
| Roots Activities Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 25 April 2025 |
| The Peacock Montessorie Nursery School/college/university | 1.4 miles away | 4 - Good | 24 April 2025 |
| The Tea Shop and Post Office Stores Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
| Fair Green Fish Bar Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 July 2026 |
| The Cock Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2026 |
Questions about BB's Bakery
What is BB's Bakery's food hygiene rating?
BB's Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Mid Suffolk Council on 21 February 2023.
Is BB's Bakery 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was BB's Bakery last inspected?
BB's Bakery was last inspected on 21 February 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Mid Suffolk Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at BB's Bakery?
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 BB's Bakery compare to other places in Mid Suffolk?
86% of the 728 rated food businesses in Mid Suffolk hold the top rating of 5, and BB's Bakery is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Mid Suffolk Council inspects BB's Bakery 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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