HARTA Retreat food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · North Devon
HARTA Retreat 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 15 October 2025, 8 months ago. Councils typically re-inspect higher-risk businesses every six months to two years, with well-run, low-risk places visited least often, so this is a normal gap.
Address: Cleave Farm, East Down, Barnstaple, EX31 4NX
How it compares in North Devon
That puts HARTA Retreat among the 1,107 places in North Devon holding top marks, 84% 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 | 1,107 | 84% | ← HARTA Retreat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 129 | 10% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 42 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 15 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 21 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 3 | <1% |
A further 150 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 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 HARTA Retreat 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 HARTA Retreat, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pyne Arms Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 July 2024 |
| Yetland Farm Retailers - other | 1.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 11 February 2011 |
| Lion House Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2019 |
| Central Convenience - Combe Martin Services Retailers - other | 1.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2026 |
| Co-op Combe Martin Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 29 January 2025 |
| Wrights Care Farm Project Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 December 2022 |
| Bobbies Bakes Manufacturers/packers | 1.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 March 2026 |
| Gemma's at Waytown Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.8 miles away | 3 - Generally satisfactory | 20 February 2026 |
Questions about HARTA Retreat
What is HARTA Retreat's food hygiene rating?
HARTA Retreat has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Devon Council on 15 October 2025.
Is HARTA Retreat 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 HARTA Retreat last inspected?
HARTA Retreat was last inspected on 15 October 2025, 8 months ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Devon Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at HARTA Retreat?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does HARTA Retreat compare to other places in North Devon?
84% of the 1,317 rated food businesses in North Devon hold the top rating of 5, and HARTA Retreat is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Devon Council inspects HARTA Retreat 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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HARTA Retreat is one of 413 rated food businesses in Barnstaple. See every hygiene rating in Barnstaple →
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