Bay Horse food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
Bay Horse holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 2 August 2023, 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: 40 Fore Bondgate, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7PE
How it compares in Durham
That puts Bay Horse among the 3,087 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,087 | 75% | ← Bay Horse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 683 | 17% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 286 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 25 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 512 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 Bay Horse 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 Bay Horse, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 11 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 August 2024 |
| Grand Bengal Takeaway/sandwich shop | 11 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 August 2024 |
| Lacey's Pub/bar/nightclub | 40 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 October 2022 |
| Hardys Pub/bar/nightclub | 41 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 August 2025 |
| Gregg Bros Takeaway/sandwich shop | 42 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 September 2024 |
| Clair's Gluten Free Bakery/Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 56 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 June 2024 |
| Knead A Slice Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 65 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2025 |
| Eiledon Books Retailers - other | 131 yards away | 5 - Very good | 21 January 2026 |
Questions about Bay Horse
What is Bay Horse's food hygiene rating?
Bay Horse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 2 August 2023.
Is Bay Horse 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 pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Bay Horse last inspected?
Bay Horse was last inspected on 2 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Bay Horse?
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 Bay Horse compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,133 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Bay Horse is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Bay Horse 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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Understanding this rating
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