The Ashcoft food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Rossendale
The Ashcoft holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 12 March 2024, 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: Market Street, Whitworth, Rochdale, OL12 8DP
How it compares in Rossendale
That puts The Ashcoft among the 506 places in Rossendale holding top marks, 82% 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 | 506 | 82% | ← The Ashcoft | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 69 | 11% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 16 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 16 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 79 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 Ashcoft 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 Ashcoft, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berni Inn Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 66 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 February 2024 |
| Market Street Kitchen Whitworth Ltd Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 113 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 March 2024 |
| Joshua Law Bakers And Butchers Retailers - other | 218 yards away | 5 - Very good | 4 April 2024 |
| Charlie's Coffee Retailers - other | 354 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 July 2026 |
| Aspen Ridge Children's Home Caring Premises | 388 yards away | 5 - Very good | 12 December 2024 |
| Halfway House Pub/bar/nightclub | 393 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 April 2023 |
| Co-op Late Shop Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 17 June 2025 |
| Milcafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2025 |
Questions about The Ashcoft
What is The Ashcoft's food hygiene rating?
The Ashcoft has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Rossendale Council on 12 March 2024.
Is The Ashcoft 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 business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was The Ashcoft last inspected?
The Ashcoft was last inspected on 12 March 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Rossendale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Ashcoft?
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 Ashcoft compare to other places in Rossendale?
82% of the 617 rated food businesses in Rossendale hold the top rating of 5, and The Ashcoft is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Rossendale Council inspects The Ashcoft 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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