Penmarlam food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Cornwall
Penmarlam 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 31 May 2023, more than 3 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: Penmarlam Lodge Retreat, New Road, Lanteglos, PL23 1LZ
How it compares in Cornwall
That puts Penmarlam among the 4,460 places in Cornwall holding top marks, 85% 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 | 4,460 | 85% | ← Penmarlam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 523 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 213 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 42 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 38 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 50 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 Very 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 Penmarlam 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 Penmarlam, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecross Village Hall Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 May 2017 |
| West Country Mussels Manufacturers/packers | 0.5 miles away | Exempt | |
| Captain Hank's Crab And Snack Shack Mobile caterer | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 5 May 2026 |
| Fowey River Traders Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 April 2026 |
| Game Of Cones Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 December 2023 |
| The Salty Dog Mobile caterer | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2026 |
| North Street Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 April 2024 |
| Salt Society Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 February 2024 |
Questions about Penmarlam
What is Penmarlam's food hygiene rating?
Penmarlam has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Cornwall Council on 31 May 2023.
Is Penmarlam 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 Penmarlam last inspected?
Penmarlam was last inspected on 31 May 2023, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Cornwall Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Penmarlam?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Penmarlam compare to other places in Cornwall?
85% of the 5,278 rated food businesses in Cornwall hold the top rating of 5, and Penmarlam is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Cornwall Council inspects Penmarlam 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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