White Lion PH food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Buckinghamshire
White Lion PH 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 9 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: The White Lion Public House, Jenkins Lane, St Leonards, HP23 6NW
How it compares in Buckinghamshire
That puts White Lion PH among the 3,226 places in Buckinghamshire holding top marks, 81% 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 | 3,226 | 81% | ← White Lion PH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 530 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 171 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 42 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 615 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 White Lion PH 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 White Lion PH, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Moon Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 July 2025 |
| Chiltern Velo Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2025 |
| The Village Nursery Bellingdon Caring Premises | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 July 2025 |
| The Blue Ball Public House Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 February 2024 |
| The Cock & Rabbit Inn Pub/bar/nightclub | 2.1 miles away | 4 - Good | 26 March 2025 |
| Champneys Health Resort Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 4 - Good | 28 November 2024 |
| Wigginton Community Shop & Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 January 2025 |
| The Pantry @ Chartridge Combined School School/college/university | 2.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 September 2024 |
Questions about White Lion PH
What is White Lion PH's food hygiene rating?
White Lion PH has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Buckinghamshire Council on 9 August 2023.
Is White Lion PH 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 White Lion PH last inspected?
White Lion PH was last inspected on 9 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Buckinghamshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at White Lion PH?
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 White Lion PH compare to other places in Buckinghamshire?
81% of the 4,001 rated food businesses in Buckinghamshire hold the top rating of 5, and White Lion PH is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Buckinghamshire Council inspects White Lion PH 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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