B&M Bargain Store food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Blackpool
B&M Bargain Store 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 13 June 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: B & M 26-32 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1EP
How it compares in Blackpool
That puts B&M Bargain Store among the 1,330 places in Blackpool holding top marks, 79% 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 | 1,330 | 79% | ← B&M Bargain Store | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 190 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 118 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 21 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 20 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 3 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 B&M Bargain Store 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 B&M Bargain Store, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach House Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 150 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 April 2024 |
| Bella Italia also t/a Bird Box Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 158 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
| Baileys Cheese & Charcuterie Retailers - other | 194 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2024 |
| Amaro Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 204 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Abingdon Barbeque Retailers - other | 237 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 June 2025 |
| Bar 19 Pub/bar/nightclub | 249 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 December 2024 |
| 31 Queen Street Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 280 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 November 2025 |
| Bees Knees Pub/bar/nightclub | 312 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2024 |
Questions about B&M Bargain Store
What is B&M Bargain Store's food hygiene rating?
B&M Bargain Store has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Blackpool Council on 13 June 2024.
Is B&M Bargain Store 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 B&M Bargain Store last inspected?
B&M Bargain Store was last inspected on 13 June 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Blackpool Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at B&M Bargain Store?
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 B&M Bargain Store compare to other places in Blackpool?
79% of the 1,680 rated food businesses in Blackpool hold the top rating of 5, and B&M Bargain Store is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Blackpool Council inspects B&M Bargain Store 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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