AFM food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Wealden
AFM holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 24 March 2021, more than 5 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: Units 8 To 10 Parkside Farm Shortgate Lane, Laughton, BN8 6DG
How it compares in Wealden
That puts AFM among the 1,013 places in Wealden holding top marks, 77% 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 | 1,013 | 77% | ← AFM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 218 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 71 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 54 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 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 AFM 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 AFM, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wok Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 January 2025 |
| Laughton Village Stores & Post Office Retailers - other | 1.0 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 September 2025 |
| Raystede Centre For Animal Welfare (Cafe) Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 January 2026 |
| Branching Out Adventures Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 30 April 2026 |
| Embers Camping Catering & Shop Retailers - other | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 May 2026 |
| The Nest (Part of Ripe Nursery School) Caring Premises | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 April 2024 |
| Indulgent Ice Creams Mobile caterer | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 May 2025 |
| Buffalo Bills Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.3 miles away | 4 - Good | 11 August 2025 |
Questions about AFM
What is AFM's food hygiene rating?
AFM has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Wealden Council on 24 March 2021.
Is AFM 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 distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was AFM last inspected?
AFM was last inspected on 24 March 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Wealden Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at AFM?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does AFM compare to other places in Wealden?
77% of the 1,308 rated food businesses in Wealden hold the top rating of 5, and AFM is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Wealden Council inspects AFM 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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