Hall Farm food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
Hall Farm 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 22 October 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: Brendon, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6PS
How it compares in North Devon
That puts Hall Farm among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← Hall Farm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 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 Hall Farm 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 Hall Farm, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staghunters Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | at this address | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| Millslade Country House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 3 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2015 |
| Wilsham Farm Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 June 2011 |
| Coombe Farm Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.5 miles away | 4 - Good | 20 August 2009 |
| Wicked Wolf Gin Manufacturers/packers | 0.8 miles away | Exempt |
Questions about Hall Farm
What is Hall Farm's food hygiene rating?
Hall Farm has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 22 October 2021.
Is Hall Farm 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 Hall Farm last inspected?
Hall Farm was last inspected on 22 October 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Hall Farm?
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 "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Hall Farm compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and Hall Farm is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects Hall Farm 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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Hall Farm is one of 77 rated food businesses in Lynton. See every hygiene rating in Lynton →
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