Saracens Head food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · East Lindsey
Saracens Head 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 26 July 2022, 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: Saracens Head, High Street, Hogsthorpe Lincolnshire, PE24 5PP
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Saracens Head among the 1,919 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,919 | 89% | ← Saracens Head | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 80 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 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 Saracens Head 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 Saracens Head, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maahi Stores Ltd Retailers - other | 61 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2020 |
| Thames Cottage Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 March 2026 |
| Mr Whippy Mobile caterer | 180 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2021 |
| Meadows Court Caring Premises | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2026 |
| Donut World Mobile caterer | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2017 |
| Hogsthorpe Primary School School/college/university | 210 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 February 2026 |
| Market Catering Mobile caterer | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 October 2024 |
Questions about Saracens Head
What is Saracens Head's food hygiene rating?
Saracens Head has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 26 July 2022.
Is Saracens Head 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 Saracens Head last inspected?
Saracens Head was last inspected on 26 July 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Saracens Head?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Saracens Head compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,161 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Saracens Head is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Saracens Head 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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