The Black Horse food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Durham
The Black Horse 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 8 September 2022, more than 3 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: 42 Low Willington, Willington, DL15 0BD
How it compares in Durham
That puts The Black Horse 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% | ← The Black Horse | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 The Black Horse 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 Black Horse, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willington Cricket Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 397 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 November 2021 |
| Cottles Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 July 2018 |
| Go Local / Sheldons Newsagents Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 July 2023 |
| Durham Alliance for Community Care Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2025 |
| Nature Supplies Manufacturers/packers | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2025 |
| Willington AFC Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 October 2025 |
| The Commercial Willington Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2021 |
| T. Walton Butchers Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2025 |
Questions about The Black Horse
What is The Black Horse's food hygiene rating?
The Black Horse has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Durham Council on 8 September 2022.
Is The Black Horse 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 Black Horse last inspected?
The Black Horse was last inspected on 8 September 2022, more than 3 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 The Black Horse?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does The Black Horse compare to other places in Durham?
75% of the 4,123 rated food businesses in Durham hold the top rating of 5, and The Black Horse is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Durham Council inspects The Black Horse 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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Understanding this rating
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