Simply Wines Direct food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · West Berkshire
Simply Wines Direct 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 December 2021, more than 4 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: 4 High Street, Pangbourne, Reading, RG8 7AB
How it compares in West Berkshire
That puts Simply Wines Direct among the 932 places in West Berkshire 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 | 932 | 86% | ← Simply Wines Direct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 93 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 46 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 6 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 163 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 Simply Wines Direct 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 Simply Wines Direct, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ministry Of Drinks Retailers - other | 4 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 July 2022 |
| The Co-Operative Food Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 December 2024 |
| The George Hotel Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 103 yards away | 4 - Good | 7 November 2024 |
| Ada Meyhane Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 108 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 March 2026 |
| Costa Coffee Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 115 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 May 2018 |
| Garlands Organic Retailers - other | 115 yards away | 4 - Good | 11 April 2013 |
| Cozze Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 116 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 March 2026 |
| Greens Of Pangbourne Retailers - other | 120 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 June 2025 |
Questions about Simply Wines Direct
What is Simply Wines Direct's food hygiene rating?
Simply Wines Direct has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by West Berkshire Council on 6 December 2021.
Is Simply Wines Direct 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 Simply Wines Direct last inspected?
Simply Wines Direct was last inspected on 6 December 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by West Berkshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Simply Wines Direct?
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 Simply Wines Direct compare to other places in West Berkshire?
86% of the 1,090 rated food businesses in West Berkshire hold the top rating of 5, and Simply Wines Direct is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
West Berkshire Council inspects Simply Wines Direct 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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