Field & Fodder food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Durham
Field & Fodder 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 4 March 2022, more than 4 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: Aldin Grange Lakes Aldin Grange Farm, Bearpark, DH7 7AR
How it compares in Durham
That puts Field & Fodder among the 3,088 places in Durham holding top marks, 75% 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 | 3,088 | 75% | ← Field & Fodder | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 676 | 16% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 285 | 7% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 50 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 22 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 517 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 Field & Fodder 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 Field & Fodder, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busy Bears Children's Day Nursery Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| Durham Academy School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2026 |
| Durham Johnston School 4200 School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 December 2025 |
| DERIC Youth & Community Project Other catering premises | 0.9 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2026 |
Questions about Field & Fodder
What is Field & Fodder's food hygiene rating?
Field & Fodder has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 4 March 2022.
Is Field & Fodder 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 Field & Fodder last inspected?
Field & Fodder was last inspected on 4 March 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Durham Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Field & Fodder?
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 Field & Fodder compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,123 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and Field & Fodder is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects Field & Fodder 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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