Russells at the Deer Park food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Staffordshire
Russells at the Deer Park holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 6 March 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 Deer Park, Maker Lane, Hoar Cross, DE13 8QR
How it compares in East Staffordshire
That puts Russells at the Deer Park among the 746 places in East Staffordshire holding top marks, 73% 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 | 746 | 73% | ← Russells at the Deer Park | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 170 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 53 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 2% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 182 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 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 Russells at the Deer Park 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 Russells at the Deer Park, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Deer Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 23 February 2026 |
| Hoar Cross Hall Health Spa Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 May 2025 |
| Meynell Ingram Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 September 2025 |
| Scrummy's at the Barn Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | Exempt | |
| Paul Shum Family Butchers Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2026 |
Questions about Russells at the Deer Park
What is Russells at the Deer Park's food hygiene rating?
Russells at the Deer Park has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Staffordshire Council on 6 March 2024.
Is Russells at the Deer Park 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Russells at the Deer Park last inspected?
Russells at the Deer Park was last inspected on 6 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Staffordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Russells at the Deer Park?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very 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 Russells at the Deer Park compare to other places in East Staffordshire?
73% of the 1,017 rated food businesses in East Staffordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Russells at the Deer Park is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Staffordshire Council inspects Russells at the Deer Park 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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