The Crafty Lodge food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Northumberland
The Crafty Lodge 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 10 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: 30 Astley Road, Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, NE25 0DG
How it compares in Northumberland
That puts The Crafty Lodge among the 2,779 places in Northumberland holding top marks, 90% 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 | 2,779 | 90% | ← The Crafty Lodge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 214 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 67 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 8 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 397 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 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 The Crafty Lodge 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 The Crafty Lodge, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chuen Lee Chinese Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | at this address | 5 - Very good | 26 April 2024 |
| Food for Thought Retailers - other | at this address | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2023 |
| Delaval Butchers Retailers - other | 85 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 May 2025 |
| Delaval News Retailers - other | 98 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 November 2024 |
| Bowl & Brew Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 102 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 November 2025 |
| Belta's Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 2 December 2025 |
| Delaval Tandoori Takeaway/sandwich shop | 110 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 October 2025 |
| Astley Road Convenience Store Retailers - other | 177 yards away | 5 - Very good | 10 January 2025 |
Questions about The Crafty Lodge
What is The Crafty Lodge's food hygiene rating?
The Crafty Lodge has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Northumberland Council on 10 August 2023.
Is The Crafty Lodge 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 The Crafty Lodge last inspected?
The Crafty Lodge was last inspected on 10 August 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Northumberland Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Crafty Lodge?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "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 The Crafty Lodge compare to other places in Northumberland?
90% of the 3,077 rated food businesses in Northumberland hold the top rating of 5, and The Crafty Lodge is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Northumberland Council inspects The Crafty Lodge 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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The Crafty Lodge is one of 45 rated food businesses in Seaton Delaval. See every hygiene rating in Seaton Delaval →
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