Parson's Choice Cider food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · Somerset
Parson's Choice Cider holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 5 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: Parsonage Farm, Main Road, West Lyng, TA3 5AP
How it compares in Somerset
That puts Parson's Choice Cider among the 4,825 places in Somerset holding top marks, 87% 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 | 4,825 | 87% | ← Parson's Choice Cider | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 541 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 92 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 26 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 557 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 Parson's Choice Cider 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 Parson's Choice Cider, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doris' Kitchen Other catering premises | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2026 |
| Brew Planet Manufacturers/packers | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2023 |
| Papa Pasta Takeaway/sandwich shop | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 June 2026 |
| Somerset Boat Centre Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.1 miles away | Exempt | |
| Maunsel Lock Tearoom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 May 2025 |
| The Lemon Tree Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2025 |
| Mrs Jane Pine Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 March 2016 |
| Willow Set Caring Premises | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 November 2025 |
Questions about Parson's Choice Cider
What is Parson's Choice Cider's food hygiene rating?
Parson's Choice Cider has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Somerset Council on 5 July 2024.
Is Parson's Choice Cider 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Parson's Choice Cider last inspected?
Parson's Choice Cider was last inspected on 5 July 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Somerset Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Parson's Choice Cider?
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 Parson's Choice Cider compare to other places in Somerset?
87% of the 5,515 rated food businesses in Somerset hold the top rating of 5, and Parson's Choice Cider is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Somerset Council inspects Parson's Choice Cider 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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