Black Bull food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · South Ribble
Black Bull 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 15 June 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: 119 Liverpool Road, Longton, Lancashire, PR4 5AA
How it compares in South Ribble
That puts Black Bull among the 689 places in South Ribble holding top marks, 95% 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 | 689 | 95% | ← Black Bull | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 18 | 2% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 15 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 4 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 97 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 Black Bull 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 Black Bull, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths Supermarkets Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 192 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 February 2025 |
| Orchid Cafe and Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 193 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 January 2026 |
| Lemon Tree Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 218 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 May 2023 |
| LCCCS At Longton School School/college/university | 250 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2023 |
| Pickle & Pudding Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 353 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 October 2024 |
| Pappa's Pizzeria Takeaway/sandwich shop | 386 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2025 |
| Origin Pets Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 417 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 March 2024 |
| Hoptons Pub/bar/nightclub | 435 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 November 2023 |
Questions about Black Bull
What is Black Bull's food hygiene rating?
Black Bull has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by South Ribble Council on 15 June 2021.
Is Black Bull 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 Black Bull last inspected?
Black Bull was last inspected on 15 June 2021, more than 5 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by South Ribble Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Black Bull?
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 Black Bull compare to other places in South Ribble?
95% of the 728 rated food businesses in South Ribble hold the top rating of 5, and Black Bull is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
South Ribble Council inspects Black Bull 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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