Four Alls Inn food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Four Alls Inn 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 21 November 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: The Four Alls Ovington Lane, Ovington, DL11 7BP
How it compares in Durham
That puts Four Alls Inn among the 3,086 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,086 | 75% | ← Four Alls Inn | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 684 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Four Alls Inn 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 Four Alls Inn, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston Bridge Holiday Park Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2024 |
| Teesdale Day Clubs Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| Winston Village Hall Other catering premises | 1.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2025 |
| The Courtyard Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.6 miles away | 4 - Good | 13 January 2026 |
| Cross Keys Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2025 |
| Corner Shop Retailers - other | 2.8 miles away | 4 - Good | 1 October 2024 |
| Gainford Montalbo Village Hall Other catering premises | 2.8 miles away | Exempt | |
| Debbie and Rachel's Plaice Takeaway/sandwich shop | 2.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
Questions about Four Alls Inn
What is Four Alls Inn's food hygiene rating?
Four Alls Inn has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 21 November 2022.
Is Four Alls Inn 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 Four Alls Inn last inspected?
Four Alls Inn was last inspected on 21 November 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Four Alls Inn?
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 Four Alls Inn compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Four Alls Inn is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Four Alls Inn 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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