The Brackens Hotel food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Derby City
The Brackens Hotel 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 16 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: The Brackens, Brackens Lane, Derby, DE24 0AQ
How it compares in Derby City
That puts The Brackens Hotel among the 1,447 places in Derby City holding top marks, 73% 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 | 1,447 | 73% | ← The Brackens Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 297 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 164 | 8% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 28 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 12 | 1% |
A further 315 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 The Brackens Hotel 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 Brackens Hotel, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aradyan Mini Market Retailers - other | 323 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| Alvaston Achievers Day Nursery, Boulton Children's Centre Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 August 2024 |
| Allenton Convenience Store Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 February 2024 |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Allenton Kebabs Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 June 2025 |
| AK's Desserts Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 13 November 2024 |
| Alvaston Stores Retailers - other | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 April 2023 |
| Boss Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 April 2026 |
Questions about The Brackens Hotel
What is The Brackens Hotel's food hygiene rating?
The Brackens Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Derby City Council on 16 September 2022.
Is The Brackens Hotel 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 Brackens Hotel last inspected?
The Brackens Hotel was last inspected on 16 September 2022, more than 3 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Derby City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at The Brackens Hotel?
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 The Brackens Hotel compare to other places in Derby City?
73% of the 1,976 rated food businesses in Derby City hold the top rating of 5, and The Brackens Hotel is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Derby City Council inspects The Brackens Hotel 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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