Big Sky Alpacas food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · East Lindsey
Big Sky Alpacas 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 29 September 2021, 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: The Cottage, Fen Lane, Beesby Lincolnshire, LN13 0JQ
How it compares in East Lindsey
That puts Big Sky Alpacas among the 1,920 places in East Lindsey holding top marks, 89% 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 | 1,920 | 89% | ← Big Sky Alpacas | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 140 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 81 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 93 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 Big Sky Alpacas 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 Big Sky Alpacas, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stables Restaurant Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 November 2025 |
| Oham Lakes Shop Retailers - other | 1.1 miles away | 4 - Good | 8 October 2019 |
| Old Mill House B & B Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 1.1 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2022 |
| Trudy'S Food Bar Mobile caterer | 1.2 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 November 2018 |
| Cart Shed Farm Shop Retailers - other | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2025 |
| The Cow Stable Tearoom Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 1.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 22 April 2025 |
| Woodys Bar And Restaurant Pub/bar/nightclub | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 September 2025 |
| Woodthorpe Hall Country Store Retailers - other | 1.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 15 September 2025 |
Questions about Big Sky Alpacas
What is Big Sky Alpacas's food hygiene rating?
Big Sky Alpacas has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by East Lindsey Council on 29 September 2021.
Is Big Sky Alpacas 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 Big Sky Alpacas last inspected?
Big Sky Alpacas was last inspected on 29 September 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by East Lindsey Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Big Sky Alpacas?
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 Big Sky Alpacas compare to other places in East Lindsey?
89% of the 2,162 rated food businesses in East Lindsey hold the top rating of 5, and Big Sky Alpacas is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
East Lindsey Council inspects Big Sky Alpacas 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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