The Ale Stop food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · High Peak
The Ale Stop 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 28 October 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: 3 Chapel Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6HX
How it compares in High Peak
That puts The Ale Stop among the 736 places in High Peak 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 | 736 | 89% | ← The Ale Stop | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 58 | 7% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 28 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 7 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 2 | <1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 56 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 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 Ale Stop 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 Ale Stop, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton Methodist Church Luncheon Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 5 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 March 2022 |
| King Pizza Kebab Takeaway/sandwich shop | 30 yards away | 5 - Very good | 14 April 2026 |
| Mini Market Retailers - other | 32 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 September 2023 |
| Bar Wan Eats Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 44 yards away | 5 - Very good | 3 March 2025 |
| Big Chef of Buxton Takeaway/sandwich shop | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 July 2024 |
| Lucky Lotus Takeaway Takeaway/sandwich shop | 69 yards away | 5 - Very good | 27 March 2025 |
| Blossom Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 72 yards away | 5 - Very good | 13 December 2024 |
| BB's Retailers - other | 77 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 February 2023 |
Questions about The Ale Stop
What is The Ale Stop's food hygiene rating?
The Ale Stop has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by High Peak Council on 28 October 2021.
Is The Ale Stop 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 Ale Stop last inspected?
The Ale Stop was last inspected on 28 October 2021, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by High Peak Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Ale Stop?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "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 Ale Stop compare to other places in High Peak?
89% of the 831 rated food businesses in High Peak hold the top rating of 5, and The Ale Stop is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
High Peak Council inspects The Ale Stop 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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