Goldfinger Tavern food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Swindon
Goldfinger Tavern 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 2 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: Newburgh Place, Highworth, Swindon, SN6 7DN
How it compares in Swindon
That puts Goldfinger Tavern among the 1,182 places in Swindon holding top marks, 83% 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 | 1,182 | 83% | ← Goldfinger Tavern | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 177 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 3 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 6 | <1% |
A further 208 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 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 Goldfinger Tavern 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 Goldfinger Tavern, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleverchefs At Westrop School School/college/university | at this address | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2025 |
| Highworth Community Larder Other catering premises | at this address | 5 - Very good | 28 November 2023 |
| Westrop Primary School Breakfast & After School Club Caring Premises | at this address | 4 - Good | 17 March 2025 |
| Home Farm Pharmacy Retailers - other | at this address | Exempt | |
| Highworth Liquor And Wine Retailers - other | 55 yards away | 5 - Very good | 16 December 2024 |
| Milestones Trust - 50 Cherry Orchard Caring Premises | 351 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2025 |
| Bee-Stuff Manufacturers/packers | 355 yards away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| The Highworth Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 362 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 September 2025 |
Questions about Goldfinger Tavern
What is Goldfinger Tavern's food hygiene rating?
Goldfinger Tavern has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Swindon Council on 2 July 2024.
Is Goldfinger Tavern 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 Goldfinger Tavern last inspected?
Goldfinger Tavern was last inspected on 2 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Swindon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Goldfinger Tavern?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Goldfinger Tavern compare to other places in Swindon?
83% of the 1,428 rated food businesses in Swindon hold the top rating of 5, and Goldfinger Tavern is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Swindon Council inspects Goldfinger Tavern 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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